Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)LEEF Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)RH06
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)?

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.