Harley-Davidson Sportster vs Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L
Oil change 5,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 30,000 mi 32,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster or the Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L?

Harley-Davidson Sportster needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.