Ducati Monster (2019–2027) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650XT (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Ducati Monster (2019–2027) Suzuki V-Strom 650XT (2018–2021)C733
Oil change 9,000 mi n/a
Valve service 27,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 27,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Monster (2019–2027) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650XT (2018–2021)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.