Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
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 n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

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