Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020) vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020)1CT3 Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)EXEP
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020) or the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)?

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