KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) vs Triumph Bonneville (2018–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) Triumph Bonneville (2018–2020)D40H
Oil change 6,210 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service n/a 20,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 20,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 12 mo n/a
Coolant 48 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) or the Triumph Bonneville (2018–2020)?

KTM V-twin RC8 Adventure (2014–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.