Suzuki V-Strom 650 (2022–2025) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

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 V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
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 (2022–2025) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

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