BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021)0612	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)ZXNC
Oil change	6,000 mi	7,500 mi
Valve service	18,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	18,000 mi	7,500 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.