Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)ZX4J Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)RN33
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)?

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