Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) vs Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)

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 Zuma 50F (2011–2013)SA43
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 3,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Virago 250 (1988–2005) or the Yamaha Zuma 50F (2011–2013)?

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