Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)ZR2E Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)RP30
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 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 Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.