Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (2008–2009) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (2008–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (2008–2009) Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 5,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (2008–2009) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (2008–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.