Triumph America (2002–2017) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph America (2002–2017) Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 200 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph America (2002–2017) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.