Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) vs Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020)1LR3 Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)LEEF
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
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 Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)?

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