BMW F 800 GS (2024–2027) vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW F 800 GS (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW F 800 GS (2024–2027)0K53	Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	7,500 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	4,000 mi
Chain	n/a	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 F 800 GS (2024–2027) or the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)?

BMW F 800 GS (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.