BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024)0M73 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027)ZXCP
Oil change 6,000 mi 7,600 mi
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 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.