BMW K 1600 GT (2022–2027) vs KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GT (2022–2027)0F23 KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)
Oil change 6,000 mi 6,210 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GT (2022–2027) or the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017)?

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.