Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027)SC77 Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 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 CBR1000RR (2017–2027) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.