Triumph America (2002–2017) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph America (2002–2017) Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)RN72
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain 200 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph America (2002–2017) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024)?

Yamaha MT-09 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.