Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha YZF600R (1994–2005)

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 YZF600R (1994–2005)
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
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 YZF600R (1994–2005)?

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