Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Kawasaki Z400 (2019–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z400 (2019–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Kawasaki Z400 (2019–2024)ERKD
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a 7,600 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Kawasaki Z400 (2019–2024)?

Kawasaki Z400 (2019–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.