Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Suzuki Boulevard M109R (2006–2010)

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 Suzuki Boulevard M109R (2006–2010)VY53
Oil change n/a 3,500 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi 7,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) or the Suzuki Boulevard M109R (2006–2010)?

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