Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight (2010–2015) vs Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight (2010–2015) Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight (2010–2015) or the Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.