Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 30,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.