Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027) vs KTM RC (2015–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM RC (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027)BRRN	KTM RC (2015–2027)
Oil change	7,600 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	9,300 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	3,800 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2026–2027) or the KTM RC (2015–2027)?

KTM RC (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.