Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)EX8A Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE
Oil change 7,600 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 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 Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)?

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.