Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027)ENEC Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Vulcan S (2018–2027) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.