Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72	Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)RNA7
Oil change	4,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	26,600 mi	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	600 mi	500 mi
Brake fluid	24 mo	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2025–2027)?

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