Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017) Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 SpeedMaster (2003–2017) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.