Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024) vs Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024)DBAB Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)VP29
Oil change 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 40,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Super Chief (2022–2024) or the Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)?

Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.