Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)D21H Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change 10,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 20,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

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