Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

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 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

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