BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) vs Suzuki GSX-8R (2024–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020)0J63 Suzuki GSX-8R (2024–2027)EM13
Oil change n/a 3,750 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 15,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) or the Suzuki GSX-8R (2024–2027)?

BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.