Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2016–2018)SC65 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.