Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027)SC77 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)VNRK
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 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 Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.