Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027)SC77 Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 7,500 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) or the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.