Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two (2016–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two (2016–2021)1LF3 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two (2016–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

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