Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs KTM 390 Duke (2015–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE KTM 390 Duke (2015–2016)
Oil change n/a 4,650 mi
Valve service n/a 9,300 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 9,300 mi
Chain n/a 4,650 mi
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 390 Duke (2015–2016)?

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