BMW R nineT (2014–2020) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R nineT (2014–2020)0A16 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)C733
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 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 R nineT (2014–2020) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.