Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) vs Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08 Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)VP38
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) or the Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)?

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