BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) vs KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024)0M73	KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)
Oil change	6,000 mi	9,300 mi
Valve service	12,000 mi	18,600 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	18,600 mi
Chain	n/a	9,300 mi
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) or the KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)?

KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.