BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) maintenance schedule & recalls

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Maintenance schedule

Factory schedule · verified

From BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) service schedule, verified Sep 2026

Service	Interval
Spark plugs	every 18,000 mi
Air filter	every 12,000 mi
Valve clearance
Service standard scope
Swingarm pivot bearings

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Recalls

NHTSA · refreshed 3 days ago

21V060000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump affects 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Common questions

How often should the spark plugs be serviced on a BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)?

Service every 18,000 mi for the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021), per the official maintenance schedule (BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) service schedule).

How often should the air filter be serviced on a BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)?

Service every 12,000 mi for the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021), per the official maintenance schedule (BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) service schedule).