BMW R 12 (2024–2027) vs Honda Rebel 1100 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 12 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 12 (2024–2027)0N53	Honda Rebel 1100 (2021–2024)SC83
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	6,000 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	32,000 mi
Chain	n/a	600 mi
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 (2024–2027) or the Honda Rebel 1100 (2021–2024)?

BMW R 12 (2024–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.