Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) | Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)RP26 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 6,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 12,000 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)?
Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.