Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016) 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	Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016)GT78	Triumph Speed Triple (2018–2020)N51P
Oil change	3,500 mi	n/a
Valve service	14,500 mi	12,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	3,500 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 (2001–2016) 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.