Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) vs KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)
Oil change 5,000 mi 9,300 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 9,300 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) or the KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.