Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) 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 Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)TFAA
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 40,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) 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.