Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021)JA48
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021)?

Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.