BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) vs Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)

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	Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)EM11
Oil change	6,000 mi	3,750 mi
Valve service	n/a	15,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
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 R 12 G/S (2026–2027) or the Suzuki GSX-8S (2023–2027)?

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