Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) vs Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)RM21
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 3,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) or the Yamaha XSR700 (2018–2021)?

Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.