Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016) vs Triumph Sprint (1999–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG Triumph Sprint (1999–2016)
Oil change 7,600 mi 6,000 mi
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 Sprint (1999–2016)?

Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.