Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) vs KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)EXKH	KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change	n/a	9,321 mi
Valve service	15,200 mi	18,641 mi
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	18,641 mi
Chain	7,600 mi	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 400 (2018–2023) or the KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)?

KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.