Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011)SC47 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change 8,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service 32,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 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 Gold Wing (2001–2011) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.