Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) vs KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021)TFAA KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)
Oil change n/a 9,300 mi
Valve service n/a 18,600 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi 18,600 mi
Chain n/a 9,300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) or the KTM LC8 Adventure (2015–2017)?

Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.