Honda Ruckus (2003–2025) vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Ruckus (2003–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Ruckus (2003–2025)AF58 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)ZXCL
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 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 Ruckus (2003–2025) or the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)?

Honda Ruckus (2003–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.