KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) vs Yamaha XVS950 (2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) Yamaha XVS950 (2023)VN05
Oil change 9,300 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 18,600 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 9,300 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) or the Yamaha XVS950 (2023)?

KTM 1090 Adventure R (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.