Honda NC750X (2016–2020) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NC750X (2016–2020)RC90 Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NC750X (2016–2020) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.