Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)ZRDF Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain 7,600 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) or the Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.