Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2019–2020)

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 YZF-R6 (2019–2020)RJ28
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 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2019–2020)?

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