Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016)EX8A Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 3,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi 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 Ninja 300 (2013–2016) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.