BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) vs BMW R 12 nineT (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027)0F33	BMW R 12 nineT (2024–2027)0N03
Oil change	6,000 mi	6,000 mi
Valve service	n/a	6,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	12,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) or the BMW R 12 nineT (2024–2027)?

BMW K 1600 GTL (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.