Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) vs Yamaha Vino Classic (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) Yamaha Vino Classic (2006–2012)SA30
Oil change 6,000 mi 2,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (1993–2017) or the Yamaha Vino Classic (2006–2012)?

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