Harley-Davidson Iron 883 (2009–2015) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Iron 883 (2009–2015) Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
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 MT-09 (2021–2024)?

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