Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) vs Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020)1LR3 Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)RC53
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 8,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) or the Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)?

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