Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
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 Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)?

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.