Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 7,500 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) or the KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027)?

KTM 1090 Adventure (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.