Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)VP25
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2007–2009)?

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.