Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025)EF11 Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)RN05
Oil change 3,750 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 15,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 48 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)?

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 (2020–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.