Kawasaki KLX250 (2018–2020) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Kawasaki KLX250 (2018–2020)LXMS Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki KLX250 (2018–2020) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

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