Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012) vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012) Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025)EF11
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 15,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012) or the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025)?

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