Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023) vs Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023)LXBD Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024)EK13
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service 7,600 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023) or the Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024)?

Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.