Honda CBR650R (2025–2026) vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650R (2025–2026)RH15 Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)EXEE
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650R (2025–2026) or the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)?

Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.