BMW R nineT (2014–2020) vs Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R nineT (2014–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R nineT (2014–2020)0A16 Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 3,000 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 nineT (2014–2020) or the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)?

BMW R nineT (2014–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.