Triumph Thruxton (2026–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)

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-R6 (2003–2007)RJ06
Oil change 10,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 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-R6 (2003–2007)?

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