Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NM4 (2015–2021) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)?

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.