Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027)XEUA Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)ZX4E
Oil change 3,700 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.