Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda XR650L (1993–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)DG21
Oil change 2,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Yamaha WR250R (2008–2020)?

Honda XR650L (1993–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.