Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) vs Kawasaki KLX230 (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLX230 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Kawasaki KLX230 (2024–2027)
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 7,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 600 mi 7,600 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) or the Kawasaki KLX230 (2024–2027)?

Kawasaki KLX230 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.