Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)VNRK
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 9,000 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)?

Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.