Honda CBR300R (2015–2024) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda CBR300R (2015–2024)NC51	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)ZX4J
Oil change	8,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	n/a
Chain	500 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR300R (2015–2024) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.