Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) or the KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)?

KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.