Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) vs Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01 Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 28,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) or the Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.