Harley-Davidson Road Glide (2007–2016) 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 Harley-Davidson Road Glide (2007–2016) Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change 5,000 mi 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 Road Glide (2007–2016) 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.