Honda XR150L (2023–2027) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Honda XR150L (2023–2027)KD13	Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change	2,500 mi	10,000 mi
Valve service	2,500 mi	20,000 mi
Spark plugs	5,000 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 XR150L (2023–2027) 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.