Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)RH18
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 YZF-R3 (2021–2024)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.