Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) vs Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)T157 Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)DG19
Oil change 10,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi 3,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 6,000 mi
Chain n/a 300 mi
Brake fluid 12 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) or the Yamaha XT250 (2008–2012)?

Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.