Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) vs Yamaha FZ-07 (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011)VP54 Yamaha FZ-07 (2015–2017)RM06
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 14,500 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) or the Yamaha FZ-07 (2015–2017)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2004–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.