Ducati Scrambler vs Yamaha MT-09

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Ducati Scrambler Yamaha MT-09
Oil change 7,500 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 7,500 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 15,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 7,500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Scrambler or the Yamaha MT-09?

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