Harley-Davidson V-Rod (2008–2010) vs KTM 790 Duke (2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Harley-Davidson V-Rod (2008–2010)	KTM 790 Duke (2019)
Oil change	5,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,000 mi	18,600 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	18,600 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod (2008–2010) or the KTM 790 Duke (2019)?

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.