Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) vs Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)DG24
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 15,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) or the Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)?

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.