Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) vs Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027)SC86 Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024)DBAB
Oil change n/a 2,500 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 40,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500 Hornet (2026–2027) or the Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024)?

Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.