Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) vs Yamaha Riva Jog (1992–2002)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) Yamaha Riva Jog (1992–2002)
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 2,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) or the Yamaha Riva Jog (1992–2002)?

Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.