Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023)LXBE Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)RP26
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 7,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)?

Kawasaki KLX300SM (2021–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.