Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027) vs KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027)EXEP	KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)
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	n/a
Coolant	36 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2023–2027) or the KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022)?

KTM 1190 Adventure R (2015–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.