Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)VP28 | Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | n/a |
| Valve service | 16,000 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | n/a | n/a |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?
Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.