Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021)1JDV Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2018–2021)GT7A
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 5,000 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) or the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2018–2021)?

Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.