Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)SA43
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 36 mo 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) or the Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)?

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.