Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Elite (2023–2024) vs Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Elite (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Elite (2023–2024)LCER | Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)B03W |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 5,000 mi | 6,000 mi |
| Valve service | n/a | 12,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 70,000 mi | 12,000 mi |
| Chain | n/a | n/a |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | 24 mo |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Elite (2023–2024) or the Triumph Thunderbird (2018–2023)?
Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Elite (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.