Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)RN96
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)?

Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.