Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)ZX4J	Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)RH25
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	n/a	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)?

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