Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74	Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change	8,000 mi	10,000 mi
Valve service	16,000 mi	20,000 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	24 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) 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.