Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 9,000 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

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