Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022)GJ55
Oil change 2,000 mi 3,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022)?

Suzuki GW250 (2013–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.