BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) vs KTM V-twin LC8 Adventure (2014–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM V-twin LC8 Adventure (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)0611 KTM V-twin LC8 Adventure (2014–2016)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) or the KTM V-twin LC8 Adventure (2014–2016)?

KTM V-twin LC8 Adventure (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.