Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) vs Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)ZRDT Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)GT78
Oil change n/a 3,500 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 3,500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) or the Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.