Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)

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 YZF-R6 (2003–2007)RJ06
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Classic (2018–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2007)?

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