BMW R 1200 R vs Ducati Scrambler

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 1200 R needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1200 R Ducati Scrambler
Oil change 6,000 mi 7,500 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 7,500 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 15,000 mi
Chain n/a 7,500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1200 R or the Ducati Scrambler?

BMW R 1200 R needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.