Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11 Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 6 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

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