Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)?

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