Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (2000–2006) vs Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (2000–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (2000–2006) Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020)RM27
Oil change 5,000 mi 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 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (2000–2006) or the Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (2000–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.