Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016)ENEB Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)RN53
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.