Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)D21H | Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 10,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 20,000 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | 20,000 mi | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | 24 mo | 6 mo |
| Coolant | 36 mo | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?
Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.