Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)ZX4E
Oil change 9,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 27,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 27,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002)?

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6 (1995–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.