Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs Suzuki DR200S (1996–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG	Suzuki DR200S (1996–2022)SH42
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	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

See the full maintenance matrix

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) or the Suzuki DR200S (1996–2022)?

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