BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) vs Indian Motorcycle FTR Z (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023)0B19 Indian Motorcycle FTR Z (2023–2024)RZM2
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) or the Indian Motorcycle FTR Z (2023–2024)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.