Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)
Oil change n/a 9,300 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 18,600 mi
Chain n/a 9,300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) or the KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.