BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) vs Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027)0N23	Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)SH22
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	12,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	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 R 12 G/S (2026–2027) or the Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024)?

Yamaha XMAX 300 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.