Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Suzuki Burgman 650 (2003–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Burgman 650 (2003–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Suzuki Burgman 650 (2003–2018)CP51
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi 14,500 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 Suzuki Burgman 650 (2003–2018)?

Suzuki Burgman 650 (2003–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.