Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019) vs Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019)TCDA Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)LVC0
Oil change n/a 6,214 mi
Valve service n/a 6,214 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
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 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring SE (2005–2016)?

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