Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022)GT7D	Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54
Oil change	3,750 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,000 mi	14,500 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	48 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki Katana 1000 (2020–2022) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.