Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2020–2024)

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 YZF-R1 (2020–2024)RN66
Oil change 5,000 mi 4,000 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 n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2020–2024)?

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