Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) vs Triumph Tiger (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE Triumph Tiger (2023–2027)
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 7,500 mi 18,000 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 Tiger (2023–2027)?

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