Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019)ZR2A Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 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 Z900 (2018–2019) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

Kawasaki Z900 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.