Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.