BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020)0J53	Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)VG04
Oil change	6,000 mi	3,000 mi
Valve service	12,000 mi	3,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	300 mi
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)?

BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.