Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs KTM Super Adventure (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG	KTM Super Adventure (2018–2019)
Oil change	7,600 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,200 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

See the full maintenance matrix

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) or the KTM Super Adventure (2018–2019)?

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