Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda XR650L (1993–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)
Oil change 2,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 200 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)?

Honda XR650L (1993–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.