BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW S 1000 R (2022–2024)0E53 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 S 1000 R (2022–2024) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.