Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020)1CT3 KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change n/a 9,321 mi
Valve service n/a 18,641 mi
Spark plugs n/a 18,641 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 Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom (2018–2020) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

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