Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)EXKH | Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 15,200 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 7,600 mi | 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 Ninja 400 (2018–2023) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?
Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.