Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

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 V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 14,500 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
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 V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

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