Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72 Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)VP14
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)?

Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.