Honda CBF300N (2019–2023) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBF300N (2019–2023)NC55 Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,500 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBF300N (2019–2023) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.