Ducati Diavel/XDiavel (2019–2027) vs Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Diavel/XDiavel (2019–2027) Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)1LH3
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 36,000 mi 30,000 mi
Chain 9,000 mi n/a
Brake fluid 12 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Diavel/XDiavel (2019–2027) or the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.