Honda CB650R (2025–2026) vs Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB650R (2025–2026)RH16 Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 8,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
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 CTX700 (2014–2018)?

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.