Honda CTX700 vs Suzuki DL650

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki DL650 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700 Suzuki DL650
Oil change 8,000 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 7,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 3,500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700 or the Suzuki DL650?

Suzuki DL650 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.