Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)C733
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.