Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)RN53
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.