Honda Rebel 500 (2017–2026) vs Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda Rebel 500 (2017–2026)PC56	Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Rebel 500 (2017–2026) or the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.