BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) vs Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025)0L43 Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)
Oil change 6,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 200 mi
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 Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017)?

BMW R 18 Transcontinental (2024–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.