Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) vs KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023)ZX4R KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)
Oil change n/a 1,553 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 6,214 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,214 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) or the KTM 990 RC R (2026–2027)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (1995–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.