Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs KTM Street Legal Enduro (2021–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG KTM Street Legal Enduro (2021–2027)
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 1,860 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
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 Z1000 (2003–2016) or the KTM Street Legal Enduro (2021–2027)?

Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.