Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) vs KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)PC44	KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)
Oil change	n/a	1,553 mi
Valve service	16,000 mi	6,214 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	6,214 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) or the KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)?

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.