Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) vs Triumph Rocket 3 (2020–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Rocket 3 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) Triumph Rocket 3 (2020–2024)G10J
Oil change 5,000 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 20,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (2009–2015) or the Triumph Rocket 3 (2020–2024)?

Triumph Rocket 3 (2020–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.