Honda CB300F (2015–2018) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB300F (2015–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB300F (2015–2018)NC52 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 6,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB300F (2015–2018) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

Honda CB300F (2015–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.