Indian Motorcycle Springfield Dark Horse (2018–2019) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Indian Motorcycle Springfield Dark Horse (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle Springfield Dark Horse (2018–2019)THDA Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 30,000 mi 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 Springfield Dark Horse (2018–2019) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Indian Motorcycle Springfield Dark Horse (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.