Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) vs Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019)LEEE Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)DG24
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi n/a
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) or the Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)?

Kawasaki Versys 650 (2013–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.