Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027)RN94 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
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

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.