Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2002–2006) vs Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2002–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2002–2006) Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)RH15
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 32,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2002–2006) or the Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)?

Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2002–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.