BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (2025) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (2025)0M33 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)ZX4E
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (2025) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.