Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L vs Suzuki VL800

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki VL800 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L Suzuki VL800
Oil change 16,000 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 7,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L or the Suzuki VL800?

Suzuki VL800 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.