BMW R 18 (2021–2024) vs BMW R nineT (2021–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service BMW R 18 (2021–2024)0L13 BMW R nineT (2021–2023)0L63
Oil change 6,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 (2021–2024) or the BMW R nineT (2021–2023)?

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