Ducati Monster (2019–2027) vs Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Ducati Monster (2019–2027)	Kawasaki Z900 (2025–2027)ZRDT
Oil change	9,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	27,000 mi	15,200 mi
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 Z900 (2025–2027)?

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