Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) vs Honda XR650L (1993–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69 Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06
Oil change n/a 2,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) or the Honda XR650L (1993–2025)?

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.