Honda CB650R (2025–2026) vs Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB650R (2025–2026)RH16 Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38
Oil change 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 32,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650R (2025–2026) or the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)?

Honda CB650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.