Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki V-Strom 800 (2024–2027)EM14 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)RH25
Oil change 3,750 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 800 (2024–2027) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.