Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027)XEUA Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A
Oil change 3,700 mi n/a
Valve service 15,000 mi 7,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) or the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)?

Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.