Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) vs KTM Super Duke R (2015–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Super Duke R (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)ZXCL	KTM Super Duke R (2015–2027)
Oil change	7,600 mi	9,300 mi
Valve service	15,200 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	9,300 mi
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) or the KTM Super Duke R (2015–2027)?

KTM Super Duke R (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.