Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) or the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)?

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