Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.