Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG	Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)LCUA
Oil change	7,600 mi	6,200 mi
Valve service	15,200 mi	6,200 mi
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) or the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)?

Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.