Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)T157
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 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) or the Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)?

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