I don't think you're readng it wrong - Kawi has the same for the VN900.
I just did my 2nd change @ 2,000 (went to full syn). The color wasn't bad, could've gone further. I change my auto oil every 3K (dyno oil) and will probably do the same on the bike.
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'07 VN900 Classic
'99 Rebel 250
'73 XL175
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