Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) vs Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016)SC59 Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)BRRJ
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 7,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi 3,800 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) or the Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)?

Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.