Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) vs Yamaha WR250X (2008–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11 Yamaha WR250X (2008–2011)DG22
Oil change 4,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid 6 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) or the Yamaha WR250X (2008–2011)?

Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.