BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) vs Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025)0L43 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012)
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 6,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) or the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 103 Shrine (2012)?

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