BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) vs Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027)0N23 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023)SD10
Oil change 6,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 32,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) or the Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023)?

BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.