Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change 600 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 3,600 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 4 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) 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.