Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) vs Suzuki DR-Z400SM (2016–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki DR-Z400SM (2016–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015)AF70	Suzuki DR-Z400SM (2016–2025)SK44
Oil change	2,500 mi	n/a
Valve service	2,500 mi	14,500 mi
Spark plugs	5,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) or the Suzuki DR-Z400SM (2016–2025)?

Suzuki DR-Z400SM (2016–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.