KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) vs Yamaha XVS950 (2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) 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 LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) or the Yamaha XVS950 (2023)?

KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.