Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56
Oil change 600 mi n/a
Valve service 3,600 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 4 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.