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Indian Motorcycle Jack Daniel's Limited Edition Chief Bobber Dark Horse (2023) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle Jack Daniel's Limited Edition Chief Bobber Dark Horse (2023)DLEB Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change 2,500 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a
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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Jack Daniel's Limited Edition Chief Bobber Dark Horse (2023) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.