Ducati Scrambler vs Suzuki DR-Z400

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Scrambler Suzuki DR-Z400
Oil change 7,500 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 15,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain 7,500 mi 3,500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Scrambler or the Suzuki DR-Z400?

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