Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic 103 (2012) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic 103 (2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic 103 (2012) Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 5,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic 103 (2012) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic 103 (2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.