Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)RN33
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 mi 8,000 mi
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 Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)?

Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.