Honda CB650R (2019–2024) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda CB650R (2019–2024)RH02	Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)VP56
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	n/a	n/a
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	n/a
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650R (2019–2024) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.