Kawasaki Z800 (2016) vs KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z800 (2016) KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)
Oil change 7,600 mi 9,300 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a 9,300 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z800 (2016) or the KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019)?

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.