Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) 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 CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) 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.