Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026) vs Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026)JB06 Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W
Oil change 4,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026) or the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)?

Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.