Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.