BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) vs Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023)0B19 Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)GN79
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) or the Suzuki Katana 600 (1988–2005)?

BMW F 850 GS (2019–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.