Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) vs Honda Ruckus (2003–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Ruckus (2003–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70 Honda Ruckus (2003–2025)AF58
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 5,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) or the Honda Ruckus (2003–2025)?

Honda Ruckus (2003–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.