Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) vs KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027)XEUA	KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)
Oil change	3,700 mi	1,553 mi
Valve service	15,000 mi	6,214 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	6,214 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 Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) or the KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)?

Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.