Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Suzuki GSX250R (2018–2027)

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 GSX250R (2018–2027)DN11
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi n/a
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 GSX250R (2018–2027)?

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