BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) vs Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021)0612 Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 18,000 mi 3,000 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 GTL (2011–2021) or the Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)?

BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.