Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) vs Triumph Street Triple (2008–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Street Triple (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012)LEEA Triumph Street Triple (2008–2017)
Oil change 7,500 mi 6,000 mi
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

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Versys 650 (2008–2012) or the Triumph Street Triple (2008–2017)?

Triumph Street Triple (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.