Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)N51P
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 12,000 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 Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)?

Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.