Ducati Scrambler vs Honda XR650L

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Scrambler Honda XR650L
Oil change 7,500 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 15,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 7,500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Scrambler or the Honda XR650L?

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