Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) vs KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)EXKH KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)
Oil change n/a 6,214 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 12,428 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 12,428 mi
Chain 7,600 mi 6,214 mi
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) or the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)?

Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.