Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.