Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) vs Suzuki DR-Z400S (2000–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)1LH3 Suzuki DR-Z400S (2000–2025)SK43
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 30,000 mi 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 Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) or the Suzuki DR-Z400S (2000–2025)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.