BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2020) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)

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 Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)RN33
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
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 Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)?

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