Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027)ZXJK Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.