Kawasaki KLX300SM (2024–2027) vs Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki KLX300SM (2024–2027)LXBG Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022)GT7D
Oil change 7,600 mi 3,750 mi
Valve service 7,600 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLX300SM (2024–2027) or the Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022)?

Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.