Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)GN79
Oil change 8,000 mi 3,750 mi
Valve service n/a 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NT700V (2007–2011) or the Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)?

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.