Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) vs Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027)ZXCP Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)T157
Oil change 7,600 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 12 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R (2023–2027) or the Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)?

Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.