Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs KTM LC4 Duke (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A KTM LC4 Duke (2015–2017)
Oil change n/a 6,200 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 6,200 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi 12,400 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) or the KTM LC4 Duke (2015–2017)?

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.