BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) maintenance schedule & recalls

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Maintenance schedule

Factory schedule · verified

From BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) service schedule, verified Sep 2026

Service Interval
Oil & filter every 6,000 mi or 12 months
Spark plugs every 12,000 mi
Air filter
Brake fluid
Final drive oil
Valve clearance
Service standard scope

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Recalls

NHTSA · refreshed 3 days ago
20V495000 · Equipment:Other:Labels affects 2021

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

23V011000 · Power Train:Manual Transmission:Internal:Shaft:Input affects 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.

Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Common questions

How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022)?

Service every 6,000 mi or 12 months for the BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022), per the official maintenance schedule (BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) service schedule).

How often should the spark plugs be serviced on a BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022)?

Service every 12,000 mi for the BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022), per the official maintenance schedule (BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) service schedule).