Ducati Monster (2004–2018) maintenance schedule & recalls
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Maintenance schedule
General guidanceTypical intervals, not model-verified. Confirm against your owner’s manual. Factory-verified schedule coming soon.
| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 4,000 mi or 6 months |
| Chain & sprockets | every 600 mi or 3 months |
| Brakes | every 12 months |
| Valve adjustment | every 16,000 mi or 24 months |
| Battery | every 12 months |
| Spark plugs | every 8,000 mi or 24 months |
| Fluids/coolant | every 24 months |
Recalls
NHTSA · refreshed 3 days agoDucati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Monster 821, 2014-2021 Monster 1200 S/STD, and 2016-2019 Monster 1200 R motorcycles. The rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a Ducati Monster (2004–2018)?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the Ducati Monster (2004–2018) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a Ducati Monster (2004–2018)?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the Ducati Monster (2004–2018) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a Ducati Monster (2004–2018)?
Service every 12 months for the Ducati Monster (2004–2018) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a Ducati Monster (2004–2018)?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the Ducati Monster (2004–2018) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).