Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) vs Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)VU51 Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)SA33
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 14,500 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) or the Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)?

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.