Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)RH15
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 32,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) or the Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)?

Honda CBR650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.