Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012)LEEA Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change 7,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.