Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025)EF11 Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change 3,750 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 15,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 48 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.