Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74	Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)
Oil change	8,000 mi	6,000 mi
Valve service	16,000 mi	12,000 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	24 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) or the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017)?

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