Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob (2008–2011) vs Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob (2008–2011)	Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)PC44
Oil change	5,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	16,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	12 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob (2008–2011) or the Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)?

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.