Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) vs Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08 Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change 4,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) or the Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.