Harley-Davidson Road King (2012–2015) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Road King (2012–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Road King (2012–2015) Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)RP15
Oil change 5,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Road King (2012–2015) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)?

Harley-Davidson Road King (2012–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.