Honda CRF450L vs Suzuki SV650A/SV650SA

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki SV650A/SV650SA needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF450L Suzuki SV650A/SV650SA
Oil change 600 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 1,800 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 1,800 mi 7,000 mi
Chain 300 mi 3,500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 12 mo 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450L or the Suzuki SV650A/SV650SA?

Suzuki SV650A/SV650SA needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.