Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) vs Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016)VP56 Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 14,500 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 7,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) or the Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.