Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) 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 Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027)FHP2 Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 14,500 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) 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.