Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) vs Yamaha TW200 (2012–2014)

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 TW200 (2012–2014)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 14,500 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) or the Yamaha TW200 (2012–2014)?

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