Harley-Davidson Sportster 883R (2007–2008) vs Honda CRF250R (2020–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 883R (2007–2008) Honda CRF250R (2020–2022)ME12
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883R (2007–2008) or the Honda CRF250R (2020–2022)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.