Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Honda SCL500 (2023–2026)PC67 Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)EXEP
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) or the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.