Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) vs Yamaha XVS950 (2023)

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 XVS950 (2023)VN05
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 15,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2026–2027) or the Yamaha XVS950 (2023)?

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