Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 9,300 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 9,300 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 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)?

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.