Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) vs Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)

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 XT250 (2014–2027)DG24
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 40,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 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 Yamaha XT250 (2014–2027)?

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