Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)ZRDF
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 500 mi 7,600 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.