BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) vs Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020)0J53 Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)ZRDT
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) or the Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.