Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) vs Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027)XEUA	Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)
Oil change	3,700 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	6 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) or the Yamaha XT225/XT225C (1999–2007)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.