Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Roadster (2004–2006) vs Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Roadster (2004–2006) Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)RC53
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 8,000 mi
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 Sportster 1200 Roadster (2004–2006) or the Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)?

Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.