Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027) vs Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027)VNRK Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018)RN48
Oil change 7,600 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 (2009–2027) or the Yamaha FZ-10 (2017–2018)?

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