Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70	KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change	8,000 mi	9,321 mi
Valve service	16,000 mi	18,641 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	18,641 mi
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.