Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) vs KTM 790/890 Duke, R (2023–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 790/890 Duke, R (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)EXEE	KTM 790/890 Duke, R (2023–2027)
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	24 mo	12 mo
Coolant	36 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022) or the KTM 790/890 Duke, R (2023–2027)?

KTM 790/890 Duke, R (2023–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.