Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)VNRK
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

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

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.