Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) 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 ZX-4R (2023–2027)ZXCP	KTM 690 SMC (2019–2027)
Oil change	7,600 mi	9,321 mi
Valve service	15,200 mi	18,641 mi
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	18,641 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
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 ZX-4R (2023–2027) 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.