Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NM4 (2015–2021) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.