BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) vs Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027)0F33 Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) or the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.