Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.