Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027)EM14 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 3,750 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.