Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Triumph Speed Twin (2019–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Triumph Speed Twin (2019–2024)D54H
Oil change n/a 10,000 mi
Valve service n/a 20,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 20,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) or the Triumph Speed Twin (2019–2024)?

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