Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11 | Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 4,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 4,000 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 500 mi |
| Brake fluid | 6 mo | n/a |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?
Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.