Kawasaki Z800 (2016) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z800 (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z800 (2016) Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)VP25
Oil change 7,600 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z800 (2016) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)?

Kawasaki Z800 (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.