Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) 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 CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)EXEE
Oil change 600 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 3,600 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 4 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) 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.