Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Honda CTX700N (2014–2018)RC68	KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change	8,000 mi	9,321 mi
Valve service	n/a	18,641 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	18,641 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

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