Ducati Desert X vs Suzuki DL1050

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Desert X needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Desert X Suzuki DL1050
Oil change 9,000 mi 11,250 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi 15,000 mi
Chain 9,000 mi 3,750 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 48 mo 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Desert X or the Suzuki DL1050?

Ducati Desert X needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.