Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)RP15
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 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

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.