Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) vs Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)

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 XSR700 (2018–2021)RM21
Oil change 5,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) or the Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)?

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