BMW S 1000 XR (2020–2023) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW S 1000 XR (2020–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW S 1000 XR (2020–2023)0E43	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change	6,000 mi	7,600 mi
Valve service	n/a	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	7,600 mi
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 XR (2020–2023) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

BMW S 1000 XR (2020–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.