Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE | Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)GT78 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 3,000 mi | 3,500 mi |
| Valve service | 6,000 mi | 14,500 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 3,500 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | 24 mo | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)?
Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.