Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) vs Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020)1LR3 Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)EM11
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 Forty-Eight Special (2018–2020) or the Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)?

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