Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007)SC57 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)ZXCL
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) or the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.