Maintenance schedule
General guidanceTypical intervals, not model-verified. Confirm against your owner’s manual. Factory-verified schedule coming soon.
| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 4,000 mi or 6 months |
| Chain & sprockets | every 600 mi or 3 months |
| Brakes | every 12 months |
| Valve adjustment | every 16,000 mi or 24 months |
| Battery | every 12 months |
| Spark plugs | every 8,000 mi or 24 months |
| Fluids/coolant | every 24 months |
Recalls
NHTSA · refreshed 5 days agoBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018-2025 Grand America vehicles. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a BMW K 1600 B?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2026) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a BMW K 1600 B?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2026) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a BMW K 1600 B?
Service every 12 months for the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2026) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a BMW K 1600 B?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2026) (general guidance; confirm against your owner's manual).