Suzuki DL650 vs Suzuki VL800

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki VL800 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki DL650 Suzuki VL800
Oil change 11,000 mi 11,000 mi
Valve service 14,500 mi 7,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,000 mi 7,000 mi
Chain 3,500 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki DL650 or the Suzuki VL800?

Suzuki VL800 needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.