Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)LVC0
Oil change n/a 6,214 mi
Valve service n/a 6,214 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi n/a
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 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)?

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