Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) vs Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)

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 Zuma 50F (2011–2013)SA43
Oil change 4,000 mi 2,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 6 mo n/a
Coolant 24 mo 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009) or the Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)?

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