KTM 790 Duke (2019) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	KTM 790 Duke (2019)	Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	18,600 mi	3,000 mi
Spark plugs	18,600 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM 790 Duke (2019) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005)?

KTM 790 Duke (2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.