Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 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 NT700V (2007–2011) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.