Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) vs Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027)PC40 Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) or the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)?

Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.