Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) 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 Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 4,000 mi n/a
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 6 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) 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.