Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Monster needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Monster Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)EXKH
Oil change 9,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 27,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 27,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain 9,000 mi 7,600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Monster or the Kawasaki Ninja 400 (2018–2023)?

Ducati Monster needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.