Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)EJCD
Oil change 3,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)?

Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.