Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two (2012–2015) vs Harley-Davidson Softail Slim (2016–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two (2012–2015) Harley-Davidson Softail Slim (2016–2021)1JRV
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
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 Seventy-Two (2012–2015) or the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim (2016–2021)?

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