Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008)SG18 Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72
Oil change 3,125 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)?

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.