Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)DM12
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 24,000 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 mi 12,000 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 Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)?

Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.