Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) vs Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32 Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)RM21
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) or the Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)?

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.