Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Hypermotard (HYM) (2000–2019) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

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