Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) vs Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)ZRDF Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)DM12
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 24,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024) or the Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)?

Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.