Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)EREG
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
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 NT700V (2007–2011) or the Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)?

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.