Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024) vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024)EK13	Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)VP56
Oil change	3,750 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki Katana 1000 (2023–2024) or the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2018–2019)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.