Triumph America (2002–2017) vs Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph America (2002–2017) Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)DG24
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 200 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph America (2002–2017) or the Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)?

Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.