Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) vs Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)PC44 Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)GN79
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) or the Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)?

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