Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NT700V (2007–2011) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

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