Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

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 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
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 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

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