Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Dark Horse (2020–2021) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Dark Horse (2020–2021)LCDR Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Dark Horse (2020–2021) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

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