Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2025–2027) vs Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2025–2027)ZXBH Triumph Explorer (2012–2017)
Oil change 7,600 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 15,200 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2025–2027) 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.