Harley-Davidson Road King Classic (2007–2010) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Road King Classic (2007–2010) Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)VG04
Oil change n/a 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Road King Classic (2007–2010) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)?

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