BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) vs Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023)0B19 Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)ZRDF
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a 7,600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) or the Kawasaki Z900 (2020–2024)?

BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.