Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs KTM 790 Adventure (2019–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 790 Adventure (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06	KTM 790 Adventure (2019–2020)
Oil change	2,000 mi	9,300 mi
Valve service	n/a	18,600 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	18,600 mi
Chain	500 mi	9,300 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 XR650L (1993–2025) or the KTM 790 Adventure (2019–2020)?

KTM 790 Adventure (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.