Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024)RC50 KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 8,000 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 18,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)?

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.