Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)EJCD
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) or the Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)?

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