BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2022–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025)0L43 Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2022–2027)EK11
Oil change 6,000 mi 3,750 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) or the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2022–2027)?

Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.