Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) vs Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W	Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)VP27
Oil change	6,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	24 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) or the Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)?

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.