Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51	Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023)LXBE
Oil change	8,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	7,600 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	7,600 mi
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023)?

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.