Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Yamaha MT-10 (2022–2027)

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 Yamaha MT-10 (2022–2027)RN79
Oil change 3,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 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 Yamaha MT-10 (2022–2027)?

Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.