Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)GT79
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) or the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)?

Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.