Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) vs Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)

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 YZF600R (2006–2007)RJ10
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 3,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 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 YZF600R (2006–2007)?

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