Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CB1000R (2018–2023)SC80 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 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 KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

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