Ducati Monster (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Monster (2019–2027) Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM
Oil change 9,000 mi n/a
Valve service 27,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 27,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Monster (2019–2027) or the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)?

Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.