Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) 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 CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)VU51
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 14,500 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 CBR650F (2012–2018) 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.