Honda Trail125 (2021–2022) vs KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Trail125 (2021–2022)JA55 KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)
Oil change 4,000 mi 6,210 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Trail125 (2021–2022) or the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)?

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.