Harley-Davidson Iron 883 (2009–2015) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Iron 883 (2009–2015) Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
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 Iron 883 (2009–2015) or the Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)?

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