Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019) vs Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019)TCDA Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)BRRJ
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 7,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 3,800 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019) or the Kawasaki Z125 PRO (2017–2025)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.