BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024)0E53 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)ZXNC
Oil change 6,000 mi 7,500 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,500 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 S 1000 R (2022–2024) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)?

BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.