Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) vs Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1000R (2018–2023)SC80 Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)LEEE
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) or the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)?

Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.