Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)

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 Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)ZXNC
Oil change n/a 7,500 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,500 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 (HYM) (2000–2019) or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 (2006–2011)?

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