Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 18,600 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 Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022)?

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.