Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) vs Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02 | Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)VP38 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 4,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 16,000 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 8,000 mi | 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 Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) or the Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)?
Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.