Service intervals

Was in a similar position with my first service Rich - track day approaching and running out of time to get the miles in for 1st service so called Bill Smith Motors (The supplier) who advised they'd want AT LEAST the stated 500 miles before carrying out the service. A first, not a second service I know but the principle may still apply...

 

I think it depends on how flexible your dealer is as far as any future warranty issues? My dealer sold a new Tiger to a guy who was going straight off on a 1500 ish mile trip around Europe - way over the recommended miles for the first service! They said no worries and gave him a bottle of oil to top it up if needed and said bring it in when you get back! :upyeah:
However would it put you off to see bigger gaps in the service book than recommended if buying a bike second hand?

 

I think you know I've had major issues with dealer services but in general Triumph dealers seem fairly relaxed about deviating from stated intervals so 6,800 should be OK. I think I used to pay about £140 for a 6,000 miler and about £400 for the 12.

 

I would do it before, as you will still do the next one at 12k so it's immaterial if you do 800 miles extra after the service or 800 miles extra before the service. Doing it before though will also help with checking the bike over for your holiday.