Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

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 Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

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