Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) vs Honda Transalp (2025–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Transalp (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70 Honda Transalp (2025–2026)RD17
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 32,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 600 mi
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 Transalp (2025–2026)?

Honda Transalp (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.