BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

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 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 18,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 B (2018–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

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