Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) vs Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012)LEEA	Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)N51P
Oil change	7,500 mi	n/a
Valve service	15,000 mi	12,000 mi
Spark plugs	7,500 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	36 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) or the Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)?

Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.