Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027)ZXJK Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)VP25
Oil change 7,600 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.