Honda CRF450R (2017–2024) vs Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Honda CRF450R (2017–2024)PE07 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)TFAA
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 40,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450R (2017–2024) or the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.