Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)VN2D
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service 27,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 27,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) or the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2006–2027)?

Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.