BMW R 1250 RT (2021–2024) vs Harley-Davidson Fat Bob (2009–2010)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	BMW R 1250 RT (2021–2024)0L03	Harley-Davidson Fat Bob (2009–2010)
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	12 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 RT (2021–2024) or the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob (2009–2010)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.