Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
| Service | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)ZX4J | Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | n/a |
| Valve service | n/a | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 600 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)?
They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.