Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

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