Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) vs Suzuki Boulevard C50T (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)ZXCL	Suzuki Boulevard C50T (2012–2016)VS55
Oil change	7,600 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,200 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
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 Suzuki Boulevard C50T (2012–2016)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.