Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018)RN48 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.