Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69 Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 8,000 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.