BMW C 650 (2017–2021) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW C 650 (2017–2021)0C14	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	24,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	24,000 mi	n/a
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 (2017–2021) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.