Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2004–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Sprint (1999–2016) Yamaha YZF-R1 (2004–2006)RN13
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 500 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2004–2006)?

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