Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Triumph Trident (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38	Triumph Trident (2026–2027)L28U
Oil change	8,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	16,000 mi	20,000 mi
Spark plugs	32,000 mi	20,000 mi
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 Trident (2026–2027)?

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.