Honda XR150L (2023–2027) vs Kawasaki Z500 (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR150L (2023–2027)KD13 Kawasaki Z500 (2024–2027)ERGE
Oil change 2,500 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 2,500 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR150L (2023–2027) or the Kawasaki Z500 (2024–2027)?

Kawasaki Z500 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.