Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027)T157 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change 10,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 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 YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

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