Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.