Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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 CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70 Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)BRRJ
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 7,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi 3,800 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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.