Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)

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 YZF-R6 (2003–2007)RJ06
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 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)?

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