CFMOTO 450CL (2025–2027) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service CFMOTO 450CL (2025–2027) Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56
Oil change 3,000 mi n/a
Valve service 24,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 6,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the CFMOTO 450CL (2025–2027) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.