Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) vs Suzuki SV650 (1999–2010)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019)ZR2A Suzuki SV650 (1999–2010)VP53
Oil change n/a 3,500 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 7,000 mi
Chain n/a 3,500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) or the Suzuki SV650 (1999–2010)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.