Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)VNRK
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 8,000 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 NT700V (2007–2011) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)?

Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.