Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) vs Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)VP38
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 n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Triumph Explorer (2012–2017) or the Yamaha Star Venture (2020–2021)?

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