Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) vs KTM Super Adventure T (2017–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Super Adventure T (2017–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027)SC86 KTM Super Adventure T (2017–2019)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 18,600 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) or the KTM Super Adventure T (2017–2019)?

KTM Super Adventure T (2017–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.