Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)BJJA
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Kawasaki W230 (2026–2027)?

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.