Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) vs Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 3,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) or the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)?

Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.