Honda CB300R (2019–2026) vs Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CB300R (2019–2026)NC55	Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027)ENEC
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	7,600 mi
Chain	600 mi	7,600 mi
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB300R (2019–2026) or the Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027)?

Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.