Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)EX8A Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change 7,600 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.