Honda XR650L (1993–2025) 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 XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)TFAA
Oil change 2,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 40,000 mi
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) 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.