BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 12 G/S (2026–2027)0N23 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)RH18
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
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 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.