Honda XR650L vs Suzuki DR-Z400

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki DR-Z400 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L Suzuki DR-Z400
Oil change 8,000 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain 500 mi 3,500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L or the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Suzuki DR-Z400 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.