Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) vs Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016)SC59 Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)BJJA
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) or the Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)?

Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.