Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86	KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change	n/a	9,321 mi
Valve service	n/a	18,641 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	18,641 mi
Chain	600 mi	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 Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.