Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) vs Yamaha XSR900 (2022–2024)

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 XSR900 (2022–2024)RN80
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) or the Yamaha XSR900 (2022–2024)?

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