Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) vs Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda SCL500 (2023–2026)PC67	Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)DG24
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	n/a	n/a
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	300 mi
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) or the Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.