Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)GT79
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,500 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy (2012–2015) or the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)?

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