Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)EX8A Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
Oil change 7,600 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.