Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008)SG18 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 3,125 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.