Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
| Service | Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020)1LR3 | Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | n/a |
| Valve service | n/a | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 600 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)?
They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.