Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2016–2018)SC65 Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.