Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) vs Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CB1000R (2018–2023)SC80 Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)GN79
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) or the Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)?

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