Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. (2014–2023) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. (2014–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. (2014–2023)VY53 Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 14,500 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. (2014–2023) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. (2014–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.