Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)GT78
Oil change n/a 3,500 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 3,500 mi
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 Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)?

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