BMW R 18 (2021–2024) vs KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | BMW R 18 (2021–2024)0L13 | KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 6,000 mi | 9,300 mi |
| Valve service | 6,000 mi | 18,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | 12,000 mi | 18,600 mi |
| Chain | n/a | 9,300 mi |
| Brake fluid | 24 mo | n/a |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 (2021–2024) or the KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016)?
KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.