Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) vs Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)EXEE Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)VP38
Oil change 7,600 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) or the Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)?

Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.