Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) vs Yamaha Zuma 50F (2014–2018)

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 Zuma 50F (2014–2018)SA51
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 14,500 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2012–2016) or the Yamaha Zuma 50F (2014–2018)?

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