BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021)0F53 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)VU51
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) or the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)?

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.