Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs KTM Single Cylinder LC4 Duke (2014–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Single Cylinder LC4 Duke (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE KTM Single Cylinder LC4 Duke (2014–2016)
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi 9,300 mi
Spark plugs n/a 9,300 mi
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 KTM Single Cylinder LC4 Duke (2014–2016)?

KTM Single Cylinder LC4 Duke (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.