Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) vs Yamaha XVS950 (2023)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
| Service | Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02 | Yamaha XVS950 (2023)VN05 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 4,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 16,000 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 8,000 mi | 8,000 mi |
| 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 XVS950 (2023)?
They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.