Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) vs Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015)AF70 Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)ZR2E
Oil change 2,500 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 2,500 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) or the Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)?

Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.