Honda CB500X (2013–2021) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB500X (2013–2021)PC46 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)C733
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500X (2013–2021) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.