Yamaha MT-10 (2022–2027) 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 MT-10 (2022–2027)RN79 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change 4,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha MT-10 (2022–2027) 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.