Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Yamaha XSR900 (2022–2024)

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 XSR900 (2022–2024)RN80
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 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 XSR900 (2022–2024)?

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