Honda CBR300R (2015–2024) vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR300R (2015–2024)NC51 Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR300R (2015–2024) or the Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027)?

Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.