Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019)TCDA Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Dark Horse (2016–2019) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

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