Harley-Davidson Deluxe maintenance schedule & recalls
2018–2020
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Maintenance schedule
General guidanceTypical intervals — not model-verified. Confirm against your owner’s manual.
| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 4,000 mi or 6 months |
| Chain & sprockets | every 600 mi or 3 months |
| Brakes | every 12 months |
| Valve adjustment | every 16,000 mi or 24 months |
| Battery | every 12 months |
| Spark plugs | every 8,000 mi or 24 months |
| Fluids/coolant | every 24 months |
| Replace fuel filter | every 100,000 mi |
| Replace spark plugs | every 30,000 mi or 24 months |
| Check clutch adjustment | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check front axle torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check rear axle nut torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Clean and inspect oil cooler | every 5,000 mi |
| Adjust steering head bearings | every 10,000 mi |
| Replace engine oil and filter | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Inspect rear brake fluid level | every 5,000 mi |
| Replace transmission lubricant | every 20,000 mi |
| Inspect front brake fluid level | every 5,000 mi |
| Lubricate steering head bearings | every 30,000 mi |
| Inspect and lubricate jiffy stand | every 5,000 mi |
| Replace primary chaincase lubricant | every 10,000 mi |
| Inspect brake pads and discs for wear | every 5,000 mi |
| Inspect air cleaner, service as required | every 5,000 mi |
| Check DOT 4 rear brake fluid for moisture | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check drive belt slot spacer screw torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check DOT 4 front brake fluid for moisture | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check rear tire pressure and inspect tread | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check front tire pressure and inspect tread | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check rear wheel spoke torque (if equipped) | every 15,000 mi |
| Inspect windshield bushings (if applicable) | every 10,000 mi |
| Check front wheel spoke torque (if equipped) | every 15,000 mi |
| Inspect drive belt and sprockets, adjust belt | every 5,000 mi |
| Check clutch lever handlebar clamp screw torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Flush and replace DOT 4 brake and clutch fluids | every 24 months |
| Check upper and lower switch housing screw torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check master cylinder handlebar clamp screw torque | every 10,000 mi or 12 months |
| Check battery, terminal torque and clean connections | every 12 months |
| Check, adjust and lubricate brake and clutch controls | every 5,000 mi |
| Inspect fuel lines and fittings for leaks, contact or abrasion | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Disassemble, inspect and rebuild front forks and replace fork oil | every 50,000 mi |
| Inspect oil lines and brake system for leaks, contact or abrasion | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
| Inspect exhaust system for leaks, cracks and loose or missing fasteners | every 5,000 mi or 12 months |
Recalls
NHTSA · refreshed 3 days agoNo NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model.
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Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a Harley-Davidson Deluxe?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the Harley-Davidson Deluxe (2018–2020) (general guidance — confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a Harley-Davidson Deluxe?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the Harley-Davidson Deluxe (2018–2020) (general guidance — confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a Harley-Davidson Deluxe?
Service every 12 months for the Harley-Davidson Deluxe (2018–2020) (general guidance — confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a Harley-Davidson Deluxe?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the Harley-Davidson Deluxe (2018–2020) (general guidance — confirm against your owner's manual).