Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) vs Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber (2022–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021)1LH3 Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber (2022–2027)DLBA
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 30,000 mi 40,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (2016–2021) or the Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber (2022–2027)?

Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber (2022–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.