Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) vs Honda CBR300R (2015–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) Honda CBR300R (2015–2024)NC51
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 32,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) or the Honda CBR300R (2015–2024)?

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