Deceptively simple. Undeniably powerful.
With its sinister look and fully blacked-out design, the Indian Chief Dark Horse refuses to be ignored. Featuring premium, gloss black finishes throughout.
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Bike Features
- MAKES A STATEMENT AND BACKS IT UP: The Chief Dark Horse looks mean for a reason. Its soul-stirring Thunder Stroke® 111 V-Twin Engine delivers an exhilarating ride unlike any other.
- THUNDER STROKE® 111 V-TWIN ENGINE: The award-winning Thunder Stroke® 111 produces 119 ft. lb. of raw torque for exceptional passing power in every gear.
- DUAL EXHAUST: Turn heads with dual exhaust pipes that deliver a rich, throaty note.
- AGILE HANDLING & CONTROL: Engineered to perform with a lightweight cast aluminum frame that delivers easy, nimble control.
- BOLD. AGGRESSIVE. POWERFUL: The Chief Dark Horse combines raw power with one-of-a-kind style. With premium features and an aggressive, blacked-out design, the Chief Dark Horse turns heads wherever it goes.
- PREMIUM GLOSS BLACK FINISHES: Blacked-out from end to end, and now with premium gloss black details, the Chief Dark Horse makes a statement.
- BLACKED-OUT HEADDRESS: A blacked-out version of the iconic illuminated headdress, gracing the front of Indian Motorcycles since 1947.
- ICONIC TANK BADGE: The smoke gray tank badge celebrates Indian Motorcycle styling.
- AN EYE TO THE FUTURE: The Chief stays true to its roots, a heritage of unmistakable style and uncompromising innovation that started over a century ago.
- RIDE MODES: Now you can choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard and Sport, for an experience that's customized to your riding style.
- ENHANCED COMFORT: Rear Cylinder Deactivation automatically shuts off the rear cylinder when the bike is stopped for enhanced comfort in slow-moving traffic. As soon as you hit the throttle, the rear cylinder seamlessly reactivates for full power.
- MODERN TECHNOLOGY: Cruise control, internally wired handlebars, and keyless ignition so you never have to fumble for your keys again.
General Information
Model
Chief Dark Horse® ABS
Color
Thunder Black Smoke
Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Brakes
Front - Dual / 300 mm floating rotor / 4 piston caliper
Rear - Single / 300 mm floating rotor / 2 piston caliper
Wheels
Front - Cast 16 x 3.5 in.
Rear - Cast 16 x 5 in.
Tires
Front - Dunlop® Elite 3 130/90B16 73H
Rear - Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Dimensions
Length
Overall - 103.5 in. (2,630 mm)
Height
Overall - 46.3 in. (1,176 mm)
Width
Overall - 39.4 in. (1,000 mm)
Weight
Empty tank - 732 lb. (332 kg)
Full Tank - 764 lb. (346 kg)
GVWR - 1,260 lb. (572 kg)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in. (140 mm)
Wheelbase
68.1 in. (1,730 mm)
Seat Height
26 in. (660 mm)
Drivetrain
Transmission
Gear drive wet clutch
Engine
Engine
Thunder Stroke® 111
Displacement
1,811 cc (111 ci)
Bore x Stroke
101 x 113 mm (3.976 x 4.449 in.)
Torque
Peak - 119 ft. lb. (161.6 Nm) @ 3,000 rpm
Fuel System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal. (20.8 l)
Exhaust
Split dual with cross-over
Gear Ratio
1st - 9.403:1
2nd - 6.411:1
3rd - 4.763:1
4th - 3.796:1
5th - 3.243:1
6th - 2.789:1
Operational
Suspension
Front - Telescopic fork, cartridge type; 4.7 in. (120 mm) travel
Front fork tube - 46 mm diameter
Rear - Single shock; 3.7 in. (94 mm) travel
Instrumentation
Tank-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; dual tripmeters; digital tachometer; ambient air temperature; fuel range; fuel economy; battery voltage; gear position; real-time clock; vehicle trouble code readout; low engine oil pressure plus 9 LED indicators
Other
Includes
Standard equipment - ABS; cruise control; keyless ignition