Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)

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 ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)ZR9A
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 7,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a 4,000 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 ZRX 1200R (2001–2005)?

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