Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) vs Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025)C733 Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)RM38
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) or the Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)?

Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.