Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic 103 Shrine (2012) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic 103 Shrine (2012) Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic 103 Shrine (2012) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.