Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023)LXBD
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 7,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 7,600 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) or the Kawasaki KLX300 (2021–2023)?

Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.