Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005) vs Suzuki SV650 (2017–2027)

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 SV650 (2017–2027)VP55
Oil change n/a 3,500 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi 7,000 mi
Chain n/a 3,500 mi
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 SV650 (2017–2027)?

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