Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 (2019–2020) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 (2019–2020)RTA2 Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)VP20
Oil change 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 (2019–2020) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)?

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.