Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017) Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 200 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph SpeedMaster (2003–2017) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.