BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016)0134	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change	6,000 mi	7,600 mi
Valve service	24,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	24,000 mi	7,600 mi
Chain	24,000 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.