BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) vs Ducati Diavel (2011–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025)0L43	Ducati Diavel (2011–2018)
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	6,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	9,000 mi
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) or the Ducati Diavel (2011–2018)?

Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.