Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Honda NX500 (2024–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NX500 (2024–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Honda NX500 (2024–2026)PC72
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 16,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Honda NX500 (2024–2026)?

Honda NX500 (2024–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.