BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)0611	Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)RN53
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	18,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	18,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2019–2020)?

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