Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024)RC50 Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.