Honda XR650L vs Suzuki GSX-R1000

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L Suzuki GSX-R1000
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 14,500 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 GSX-R1000?

Suzuki GSX-R1000 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.