Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) vs Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019)ZR2A | Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)VP28 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | n/a | n/a |
| Valve service | 15,200 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 7,600 mi | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | n/a | n/a |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) or the Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)?
Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.