Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)

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 Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) or the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)?

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