Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022)GJ55
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi n/a
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 GW250 (2013–2022)?

Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.