BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020)0J63 Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 7,500 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 4,000 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 RT (2019–2020) or the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)?

BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.