BMW C 400 GT (2019–2021) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	BMW C 400 GT (2019–2021)0C16	Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	3,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW C 400 GT (2019–2021) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

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