BMW R 12 maintenance schedule & recalls
2024–2026
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Maintenance schedule
General guidance — based on common manufacturer intervals| 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
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.
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Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a BMW R 12?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the BMW R 12 (2024–2026).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a BMW R 12?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the BMW R 12 (2024–2026).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a BMW R 12?
Service every 12 months for the BMW R 12 (2024–2026).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a BMW R 12?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the BMW R 12 (2024–2026).