Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 30,000 mi 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 Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow (2011–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.