Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011) vs Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)ZXNC Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)EREG
Oil change 7,500 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011) or the Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)?

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.