Honda CB650R (2025–2026) 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 Honda CB650R (2025–2026)RH16 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
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 CB650R (2025–2026) 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.