BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) vs KTM Adventure (2020–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Adventure (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020)0J63 KTM Adventure (2020–2027)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 48 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) or the KTM Adventure (2020–2027)?

KTM Adventure (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.