Ducati Monster (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Ducati Monster (2019–2027)	Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)EX8A
Oil change	9,000 mi	7,600 mi
Valve service	27,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	27,000 mi	7,600 mi
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 Ninja 300 (2013–2016)?

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