Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)
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 R7 (2023–2024)RM38 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 36 mo |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)?
Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.