Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027) vs Triumph Trident (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)VN2D	Triumph Trident (2026–2027)L28U
Oil change	7,600 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,200 mi	20,000 mi
Spark plugs	7,600 mi	20,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	36 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027) or the Triumph Trident (2026–2027)?

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.