Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) 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 CB1000R (2018–2023)SC80 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 n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000R (2018–2023) 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.