Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) vs Suzuki GSX250R (2018–2027)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019)ZXCL | Suzuki GSX250R (2018–2027)DN11 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 7,600 mi | 3,000 mi |
| Valve service | 15,200 mi | 3,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 7,600 mi | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) or the Suzuki GSX250R (2018–2027)?
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (2011–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.