BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022)0J73 Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)?

BMW R 1250 R (2019–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.