Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006)VNCE Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)D21H
Oil change 3,000 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 20,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)?

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.