Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018 Maintenance Schedule
The 2018 Kawasaki Vulcan S maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for air filter, general maintenance, oil, tires, drive chain maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, coolant and brake fluid. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
649ccEngine size
36Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2015–2020): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 18,000 km | Advanced | Replace air cleaner element. |
| Evaporative emission control system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system (California model only). |
| Air suction system inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect air suction system. |
| Clutch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect clutch play, engagement, and disengagement. |
| Engine oil and oil filter change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect tire air pressure. |
| Wheels and tires inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect wheel bearings for damage. |
| Drive chain lubrication condition inspection | Every 600 km | Easy | Inspect and lubricate drive chain. |
| Drive chain slack inspection | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Inspect and adjust drive chain slack. |
| Drive chain wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect drive chain for wear. |
| Drive chain guide wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect drive chain guide for wear. |
| Suspension system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect suspension system. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect steering play. |
| Spark plugs replacement | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Lubricate chassis parts. |
| Condition of bolts, nuts and fasteners inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 6,000 km) | Easy | Inspect condition of bolts, nuts and fasteners. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearances. |
| Cooling system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect cooling system for leaks. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect brake pad wear. |
| Steering stem bearings lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Advanced | Lubricate steering stem bearings. |
| Electrical system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect electrical system. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
| Throttle control system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect throttle control system for play, smooth return, no drag. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Synchronize throttle body vacuum readings. |
| Fuel system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect fuel system for leaks and proper operation. |
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect coolant level. |
| Coolant, water hoses and O-rings replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace coolant, water hoses, and O-rings. |
| Brake system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect overall brake system condition. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front and rear brake fluid. |
| Brake hoses replacement | Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Advanced | Replace rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper. |
| Brake light switch operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Brake operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake effectiveness, play, and drag. |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level. |
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