Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 3,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.