Honda CB650R (2019–2024) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CB650R (2019–2024)RH02	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change	n/a	7,600 mi
Valve service	n/a	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	7,600 mi
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650R (2019–2024) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.