Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025) 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 Z125 PRO (2017–2025)BRRJ	Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56
Oil change	7,600 mi	n/a
Valve service	7,600 mi	14,500 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	3,800 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025) 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.