Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom HD1 Base (2014–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom HD1 Base (2014–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom HD1 Base (2014–2015)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 30,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) or the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom HD1 Base (2014–2015)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom HD1 Base (2014–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.