Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) vs Honda XR650L (1993–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700N (2014–2018)RC68 Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06
Oil change 8,000 mi 2,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 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 CTX700N (2014–2018) or the Honda XR650L (1993–2025)?

Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.