Triumph Scrambler 900 (2026) vs Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Scrambler 900 (2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Triumph Scrambler 900 (2026)DC0G	Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)RN27
Oil change	10,000 mi	12,000 mi
Valve service	20,000 mi	24,000 mi
Spark plugs	20,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	600 mi
Brake fluid	12 mo	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Scrambler 900 (2026) or the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)?

Triumph Scrambler 900 (2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.