Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) vs Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)RN37
Oil change 5,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
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 V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) or the Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)?

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.