Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)VN2D
Oil change 9,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 28,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 28,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)?

Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.