Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) vs Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027)SC86	Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)GX72
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	14,500 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	n/a
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) or the Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)?

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.