BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024)0E53	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)ZX4J
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	n/a
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (2003–2008)?

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