BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) vs KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021)0F53 KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)
Oil change n/a 6,214 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi 12,428 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi 12,428 mi
Chain n/a 6,214 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 12 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) or the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)?

BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.