Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) vs Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) | Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005)RJ08 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 6,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 12,000 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | 8,000 mi |
| Chain | n/a | 500 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 6 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | 24 mo |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) or the Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005)?
Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.