KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017) vs Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017)	Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)LCUA
Oil change	6,214 mi	6,200 mi
Valve service	12,428 mi	6,200 mi
Spark plugs	12,428 mi	n/a
Chain	6,214 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	12 mo	n/a
Coolant	48 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure R (2014–2017) or the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017)?

Moto Guzzi MGX-21 (2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.