Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)VP25 Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)RJ06
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 6 mo 6 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)?

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.