Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W | Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 6,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 12,000 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 12,000 mi | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 600 mi |
| Brake fluid | 24 mo | 24 mo |
| Coolant | 24 mo | 36 mo |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?
Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.