Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) vs Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02 | Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)VG04 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 4,000 mi | 3,000 mi |
| Valve service | 16,000 mi | 3,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 8,000 mi | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 300 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | n/a |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) or the Yamaha Virago 250 (2006–2027)?
Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.