Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) vs KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86	KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)
Oil change	n/a	1,553 mi
Valve service	n/a	6,214 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	6,214 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 990 RC R (2026–2027)?

KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.