Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
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 n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.