Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) vs Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007)SC57 Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 16,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) or the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.