Ducati Monster (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki Concours 14 (2008–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Monster (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Ducati Monster (2019–2027)	Kawasaki Concours 14 (2008–2022)ZGNE
Oil change	9,000 mi	7,600 mi
Valve service	27,000 mi	15,200 mi
Spark plugs	27,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Monster (2019–2027) or the Kawasaki Concours 14 (2008–2022)?

Ducati Monster (2019–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.