Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38	Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change	8,000 mi	10,000 mi
Valve service	16,000 mi	20,000 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	n/a
Chain	500 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)?

Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.