Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) vs Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)VP29
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 27,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 27,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (2020–2027) or the Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)?

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