Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) vs Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W | Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 6,000 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 12,000 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 12,000 mi | 8,000 mi |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | 24 mo | n/a |
| Coolant | 24 mo | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) or the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)?
Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.