Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change 8,000 mi 9,321 mi
Valve service n/a 18,641 mi
Spark plugs n/a 18,641 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 ST1300 (2003–2024) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

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