Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 (2019–2027) Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 6,200 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,400 mi 7,500 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 (2019–2027) 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.