Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027)ZXCP Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
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 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.