Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) vs Triumph Tiger (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Tiger (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027)SC86 Triumph Tiger (2023–2027)
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 18,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) or the Triumph Tiger (2023–2027)?

Triumph Tiger (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.