Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change 10,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

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