Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 S (2019–2020) vs Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 S (2019–2020)RTS2 Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05
Oil change 10,000 mi 12,000 mi
Valve service 20,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 10,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 S (2019–2020) or the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)?

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