Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)GX72
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 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 Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)?

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.