Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)

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 900 (2006–2027)VN2D
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,600 mi
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 900 (2006–2027)?

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