Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change n/a 10,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
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 Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)?

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