Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021)LEEF Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 14,500 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2020–2021) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.