Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain 9,000 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Diavel (2011–2018) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

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