Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) vs KTM 790 Duke (2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)LEEE KTM 790 Duke (2019)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 18,600 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 Versys 650 (2013–2019) or the KTM 790 Duke (2019)?

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.