Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2007–2010) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2007–2010) Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2007–2010) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

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