Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) vs Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027)BRRN
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi 3,800 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) or the Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027)?

Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.