Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) vs Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)D21H 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 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) or the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)?

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.