Triumph Explorer maintenance schedule & recalls
2000–2018
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Maintenance schedule
General guidance — based on common manufacturer intervals| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 4,000 mi or 6 months |
| Chain & sprockets | every 600 mi or 3 months |
| Brakes | every 12 months |
| Valve adjustment | every 16,000 mi or 24 months |
| Battery | every 12 months |
| Spark plugs | every 8,000 mi or 24 months |
| Fluids/coolant | every 24 months |
Recalls
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Explorer motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2011, to June 1, 2014. The side stand pivot bolt may fracture.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt and lock nut, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2015. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB518.
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Explorer and Explorer XC motorcycles. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data on the certification Label is incorrect. Thus, the motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Part 567, "Certification."
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners and replace the labels with corrected GVWR data, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
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Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a Triumph Explorer?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the Triumph Explorer (2000–2018).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a Triumph Explorer?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the Triumph Explorer (2000–2018).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a Triumph Explorer?
Service every 12 months for the Triumph Explorer (2000–2018).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a Triumph Explorer?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the Triumph Explorer (2000–2018).