Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) vs Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2017–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027)ZXJK Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2017–2025)DM11
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (2024–2027) or the Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2017–2025)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.