Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special (2008–2015) vs KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special (2008–2015) KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)
Oil change 5,000 mi 9,300 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 9,300 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special (2008–2015) or the KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)?

KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.