Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2016–2018)SC65 Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.