Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)LEEE Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.