Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)
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 YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | n/a |
| Coolant | 24 mo | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?
Kawasaki Vulcan 800 (1995–2006) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.