Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) vs KTM 990 Duke (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 990 Duke (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) KTM 990 Duke (2024–2027)
Oil change 5,000 mi 9,321 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom (2000–2006) or the KTM 990 Duke (2024–2027)?

KTM 990 Duke (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.