Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2013–2014)SC65 Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) or the Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)?

Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.