Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) vs KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)LEEF KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)
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 (2020–2021) or the KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)?

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.