Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016) vs Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016)ENEB Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)RH04
Oil change n/a 12,000 mi
Valve service n/a 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan S (2015–2016) or the Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)?

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