BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) vs Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)0611 Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 18,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) or the Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019)?

Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.