Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008)SG18 Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change 3,125 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.