Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)EREG
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019)?

Kawasaki Z650 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.