Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FJR1300 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A Yamaha FJR1300 (2023–2024)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 7,500 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2023–2024)?

Yamaha FJR1300 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.