Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change 8,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 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 NT700V (2007–2011) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.