Honda Trail125 (2023–2026) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Trail125 (2023–2026)JA65 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Trail125 (2023–2026) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.