Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)1LH3 | Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)RNA7 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | n/a |
| Valve service | n/a | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | 30,000 mi | 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 Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)?
Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.