Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service 15,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.