Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,500 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.