Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) maintenance schedule & recalls
2024–2027
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Maintenance schedule
Factory schedule · verifiedFrom Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) service schedule, verified Sep 2026
| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 7,600 mi or 12 months |
| Brakes | every 7,600 mi or 12 months |
| Coolant | |
| Steering | |
| Fuel line | |
| Air filter | |
| Brake hose | |
| Fuel filter | |
| Fuel system | |
| Clutch system | |
| Cooling system | |
| Valve clearance | |
| Engine idle speed | |
| Throttle operation | |
| Steering head bearings | |
| Rear suspension linkage | |
| Evaporative emission control system |
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Recalls
NHTSA · refreshed 2 days agoKawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Ninja 500 (ABS, KRT Edition, KRT Edition SE ABS, SE ABS, SE 40th Anniversary Edition ABS), Z500 ABS, and Z500 SE ABS motorcycles. The clutch release shaft was not properly welded, which can cause the clutch lever to break apart.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-04.
Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)?
Service every 7,600 mi or 12 months for the Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027), per the official maintenance schedule (Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) service schedule).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)?
Service every 7,600 mi or 12 months for the Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027), per the official maintenance schedule (Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) service schedule).