Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) vs Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)RN37
Oil change 10,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) or the Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)?

Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.