BMW R 1250 RS (2019–2022) vs Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 1250 RS (2019–2022)0J83 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)TFAA
Oil change 6,000 mi n/a
Valve service 12,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 40,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 RS (2019–2022) or the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)?

Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.