Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)ZR2E
Oil change 3,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
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 Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020)?

Kawasaki Z900RS CAFE (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.