Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2016–2018)SC65 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)VU51
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2016–2018) or the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)?

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.