Harley-Davidson Softail Custom (2007–2010) vs Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Softail Custom (2007–2010) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Softail Custom (2007–2010) Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027)RNA3
Oil change 5,000 mi 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 Softail Custom (2007–2010) or the Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027)?

Harley-Davidson Softail Custom (2007–2010) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.