Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)DG21
Oil change 8,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)?

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.