Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) vs Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)ZX4E Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)SH22
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) or the Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.