Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)

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 Warrior (2002–2005)VP14
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 Warrior (2002–2005)?

Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.