Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) vs Honda NM4 (2015–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021)1JDV Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 5,000 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) or the Honda NM4 (2015–2021)?

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.