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Indian Challenger Elite
Starting at $35,999) US MSRP
 
Chieftain Elite
Starting at $32,999) US MSRP
Indian Challenger Dark Horse
Starting at $28,999) US MSRP
Indian Challenger Elite  
 
Starting at US MSRP
$35,999
 
Audio
Premium 400-Watt PowerBand Audio System w/Bluetooth®
 
Engine / HP
PowerPlus Liquid Cooled 108 cu in (1768cc) - 122hp - 128 ft lbs Torque
 
Gauge
7 in Touchscreen Powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation, RIDE COMMAND+ and Apple CarPlay integration; Fairing-mounted Instrument Cluster
 
Passenger Accommodations
2-up Custom Stitched Seat, Passenger Floorboards
 
Storage
Remote-locking Saddlebags, Dash Compartment - 18.6 Gallons Total
 
Style / Trim
Custom-inspired Paint, Color-matched Badging, 5-Spoke Front Wheel, Adaptive LED Headlight, Chassis Mounted Fairing, Tinted Flare Windshield, Low-Rise Handlebars, Back-Lit Switch Cubes, Highway Bars, LED Driving Lights, Full PowerBand Audio, Select Floorboards, Passenger Floorboards, Heated Grips
 
Technology
Smart Lean Technology, Electronically Adjustable Rear Suspension Preload, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Power Windscreen, USB Charging Port, Keyless Ignition, Ride Modes, Cruise Control, ABS, Rear Cylinder Deactivation

 

Full Comparison

Engine & Drivetrain
Bore x Stroke
Bore x Stroke
4.251 in x 3.799 in (108 mm x 96.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Displacement
Displacement
108 cu in (1768 cc)
Drive/Driven Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel Injection / 52mm dual bore
Engine Type
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled PowerPlus
Exhaust
Exhaust
Split Dual exhaust w/ Resonator
Gear Ratio (1st)
Gear Ratio (1st)
10.169:1
Gear Ratio (2nd)
Gear Ratio (2nd)
6.933:1
Gear Ratio (3rd)
Gear Ratio (3rd)
5.151:1
Gear Ratio (4th)
Gear Ratio (4th)
4.105:1
Gear Ratio (5th)
Gear Ratio (5th)
3.508:1
Gear Ratio (6th)
Gear Ratio (6th)
3.017:1
Horsepower
Horsepower
122 HP
Peak Torque
Peak Torque
128 ft-lbs
Peak Torque RPM
Peak Torque RPM
3800 rpm
Transmission/Final Drive
Transmission/Final Drive
2.379:1
Transmission/Primary Drive
Transmission/Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Dimensions
Fuel Capacity
Fuel Capacity
6.0 gal (22.7 L)
Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance
5.4 in (137 mm)
GVWR
GVWR
1,385 lbs (628 kg)
Lean Angle
Lean Angle
31°
Overall Height
Overall Height
56.2 in (1429 mm)
Overall Length
Overall Length
98.5 in (2501 mm)
Overall Width
Overall Width
39 in (990 mm)
Rake/Trail
Rake/Trail
25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height
Seat Height
26.5 in (672 mm)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
804 lbs (365 kg) / 839 lbs (381 kg)
Wheelbase
Wheelbase
65.7 in (1668 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Brakes
Front Brakes
Front Brakes
Dual / 320mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Radial Caliper
Rear Brakes
Rear Brakes
Single / 298mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Tires / Wheels
Front Tires
Front Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60B19 66H
Front Wheel
Front Wheel
5 Spoke Precision Cut 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Tires
Rear Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 180/60R16 80H
Rear Wheel
Rear Wheel
Precision Cut 16 in x 5 in
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Suspension
Front Fork Tube Diameter
Front Fork Tube Diameter
43 mm
Front Suspension
Front Suspension
Inverted Telescopic Fork
Front Travel
Front Travel
5.1 in (130 mm)
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension
Fox Single Shock w/Electronically Controlled Hyd Adjust/4.5" (114mm)
Rear Travel
Rear Travel
4.5 in (114 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Features
Color / Graphics
Color / Graphics
Sapphire Blue Smoke
Factory Warranty
Factory Warranty
2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Gauges
Gauges
Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation.
Infotainment
Infotainment
7 in touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND: Model year 2022 bikes includes a complimentary 1-year trial for RIDE COMMAND+ (after which fees apply) which includes features like live traffic/weather, intuitive destination search, vehicle health and vehicle locator. 7 in touchscreen display with real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (tire pressure, voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; vehicle trouble code readout; Apple CarPlay integration.
Lights
Lights
LED lighting including Adaptive LED Headlamp, Pathfinder S Driving Lights
Standard Equipment
Standard Equipment
Smart Lean Technology; Electronically Adjustable Rear Suspension Preload; Highway Bars; Pathfinder S Driving Lights; Select Floorboards; Push Button Adjustable Flare Windshield; Low-rise Handlebars; Backlit Switch Cubes; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; Cruise Control; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags; 18.6 gallons of Storage; Adjustable Passenger Floorboards; 5-Spoke Front Wheel; Brembo brakes; ABS; Keyless Ignition; Chassis Mounted Fairing; Adjustable Fairing Air Flow Vents; Heated Grips; 400 Watt Audio System with AM/FM, Bluetooth, USB, Smartphone Compatible Input, and Weatherband; 12V Charging Port
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Chieftain Elite Change Model
 
Starting at US MSRP
$32,999
 
Audio
Premium 400-Watt PowerBand Audio System w/Bluetooth®
 
Engine / HP
Thunderstroke 116 cu in (1890cc) - 126 ft-lbs Torque
 
Gauge
7 in Touchscreen Powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation, RIDE COMMAND+ and Apple CarPlay integration; Fairing-mounted Instrument Cluster
 
Passenger Accommodations
2-Up Gunfighter Style Seat and Passenger Pegs
 
Storage
Remote-locking Saddlebags, Dash Compartment - 18.2 Gallons Total
 
Style / Trim
Oil-rubbed Bronze Engine finishes and Badging, Precision Cut Wheels, Adaptive LED Headlight, LED Saddlebag Lights, Full PowerBand Audio, Fork Mounted Fairing, Tinted Flare Windshield, Back-lit Switch Cubes, Highway Bars, Heated Grips
 
Technology
Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Power Windscreen, USB Charging Port, Keyless ignition, Ride modes, Cruise control, ABS, Rear Cylinder Deactivation

 

Full Comparison

Engine & Drivetrain
Bore x Stroke
Bore x Stroke
4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2 mm x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio
11:1
Displacement
Displacement
116 cu in (1,890 cc)
Drive/Driven Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Engine Type
Engine Type
Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116
Exhaust
Exhaust
Split Dual exhaust w/ Resonator
Gear Ratio (1st)
Gear Ratio (1st)
9.403 : 1
Gear Ratio (2nd)
Gear Ratio (2nd)
6.411 : 1
Gear Ratio (3rd)
Gear Ratio (3rd)
4.763 : 1
Gear Ratio (4th)
Gear Ratio (4th)
3.796 : 1
Gear Ratio (5th)
Gear Ratio (5th)
3.243 : 1
Gear Ratio (6th)
Gear Ratio (6th)
2.789 : 1
Horsepower
Horsepower
N/A
Peak Torque
Peak Torque
126 ft-lbs
Peak Torque RPM
Peak Torque RPM
2,900 rpm
Transmission/Final Drive
Transmission/Final Drive
2.2 : 1
Transmission/Primary Drive
Transmission/Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Dimensions
Fuel Capacity
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal (20.8 L)
Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance
5.1 in (130 mm)
GVWR
GVWR
1,385 lbs (628 kg)
Lean Angle
Lean Angle
31°
Overall Height
Overall Height
54 in (1272 mm)
Overall Length
Overall Length
98.7 in (2,506 mm)
Overall Width
Overall Width
40.3 in (1023 mm)
Rake/Trail
Rake/Trail
25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height
Seat Height
25.6 in (650 mm)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
797 lbs (362 kg) / 829 lbs (376 kg)
Wheelbase
Wheelbase
65.7 in (1668 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Brakes
Front Brakes
Front Brakes
Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Rear Brakes
Rear Brakes
Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Tires / Wheels
Front Tires
Front Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60B19 61H
Front Wheel
Front Wheel
Precision Machined 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Tires
Rear Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 180/60R16 80H
Rear Wheel
Rear Wheel
Precision Machined 16 in x 5 in
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Suspension
Front Fork Tube Diameter
Front Fork Tube Diameter
46 mm
Front Suspension
Front Suspension
Telescopic Fork
Front Travel
Front Travel
4.7 in (119 mm)
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension
Single Shock w/ Air adjust
Rear Travel
Rear Travel
4.5 in (114 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Features
Color / Graphics
Color / Graphics
Heavy Metal Smoke with Polished Bronze Accents
Factory Warranty
Factory Warranty
2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Gauges
Gauges
Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation.
Infotainment
Infotainment
7 in touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND: Model year 2022 bikes includes a complimentary 1-year trial for RIDE COMMAND+ (after which fees apply) which includes features like live traffic/weather, intuitive destination search, vehicle health and vehicle locator. 7 in touchscreen display with real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (tire pressure, voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; vehicle trouble code readout; Apple CarPlay integration.
Lights
Lights
LED lighting including Adaptive LED Headlamp, LED Saddlebag lights
Standard Equipment
Standard Equipment
Premium Oil-rubbed Bronze Engine Finishes; Push button adjustable 13.7" Tinted Flare Windshield; Billet Floorboards; Highway Bars; Gunfighter Style Seat; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; ABS; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition; 400 Watt Audio System with AM/FM, Bluetooth®, USB, and Weatherband; 12V Charging Port
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Indian Challenger Dark Horse Change Model
 
Starting at US MSRP
$28,999
 
Audio
100-Watt Audio System w/Bluetooth®
 
Engine / HP
PowerPlus Liquid Cooled 108 cu in (1768cc) - 122hp - 128 ft lbs Torque
 
Gauge
7 in Touchscreen Powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation, RIDE COMMAND+ and Apple CarPlay integration; Fairing-mounted Instrument Cluster
 
Passenger Accommodations
2-Up Long Haul Seat and Passenger Pegs
 
Storage
Remote-locking Saddlebags, Dash Compartment - 18.6 Gallons Total
 
Style / Trim
Blacked-Out Finishes, Lit Front Headdress, Contrast Cut Wheels, Chassis Mounted Fairing, LED Lights
 
Technology
Smart Lean Technology, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Power Windscreen, USB Charging Port, Keyless ignition, Ride modes, Cruise control, ABS, Rear Cylinder Deactivation

 

Full Comparison

Engine & Drivetrain
Bore x Stroke
Bore x Stroke
4.251 in x 3.799 in (108 mm x 96.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Displacement
Displacement
108 cu in (1768 cc)
Drive/Driven Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel Injection / 52mm dual bore
Engine Type
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled PowerPlus / PowerPlus
Exhaust
Exhaust
Split Dual exhaust w/ Resonator
Gear Ratio (1st)
Gear Ratio (1st)
10.169:1
Gear Ratio (2nd)
Gear Ratio (2nd)
6.933:1
Gear Ratio (3rd)
Gear Ratio (3rd)
5.151:1
Gear Ratio (4th)
Gear Ratio (4th)
4.105:1
Gear Ratio (5th)
Gear Ratio (5th)
3.508:1
Gear Ratio (6th)
Gear Ratio (6th)
3.017:1
Horsepower
Horsepower
122 HP
Peak Torque
Peak Torque
128 ft-lbs
Peak Torque RPM
Peak Torque RPM
3800 rpm
Transmission/Final Drive
Transmission/Final Drive
2.379:1
Transmission/Primary Drive
Transmission/Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Dimensions
Fuel Capacity
Fuel Capacity
6.0 gal (22.7 L)
Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance
5.4 in (137 mm)
GVWR
GVWR
1,385 lbs (628 kg) / 1,385 lb (630 kg)
Lean Angle
Lean Angle
31°
Overall Height
Overall Height
53 in (1346 mm) / 56.2 in (1428.5 mm)
Overall Length
Overall Length
98.5 in (2501 mm)
Overall Width
Overall Width
39 in (990 mm)
Rake/Trail
Rake/Trail
25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height
Seat Height
26.5 in (672 mm)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
Weight (As Shipped / Running Order)
805 lbs (365 kg) / 840 lbs (381 kg)
Wheelbase
Wheelbase
65.7 in (1668 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Brakes
Front Brakes
Front Brakes
Dual / 320mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Radial Caliper
Rear Brakes
Rear Brakes
Single / 298mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Tires / Wheels
Front Tires
Front Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60B19 66H
Front Wheel
Front Wheel
Sport Contrast Cut with Indian Red Pin Stripe 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Tires
Rear Tires
Metzeler Cruisetec 180/60R16 80H
Rear Wheel
Rear Wheel
Sport Contrast Cut with Indian Red Pin Stripe 16 in x 5 in
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Suspension
Front Fork Tube Diameter
Front Fork Tube Diameter
43 mm
Front Suspension
Front Suspension
Inverted Telescopic Fork
Front Travel
Front Travel
5.1 in (130 mm)
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension
Single Shock w/Hyd adjust
Rear Travel
Rear Travel
4.5 in (114 mm)
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category
Features
Color / Graphics
Color / Graphics
Black Smoke, Titanium Smoke, Indy Red / Black Metallic. Icon: Sagebrush Smoke, Riot Orange Smoke, Storm Blue / Black Metallic
Factory Warranty
Factory Warranty
2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Gauges
Gauges
Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation. / Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators; cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MHP or km/h unit designation.
Infotainment
Infotainment
7 in touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND: Model year 2023 bikes include a complimentary 1-year trial of RIDE COMMAND+ (after which, fees apply) which includes features like live weather/traffic, intuitive destination search, vehicle health and vehicle locator. 7 in touchscreen display with real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (tire pressure, voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; vehicle trouble code readout; Apple CarPlay integration.
Lights
Lights
LED Headlamp/Tail/Brake/Turn Signal
Standard Equipment
Standard Equipment
7 in touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation and Apple CarPlay integration; Smart Lean Technology; Selectable Ride Modes: Locking Hard Saddlebags: Brembo brakes: 18+ Gallons of storage: ABS: Keyless Ignition: Chassis Mounted Fairing: Adjustable Fairing Air Flow Vents; Power Windshield: Adjustable Air Vents; 12V Charging Port / Ride Command with Navigation and Apple CarPlay® integration; Smart Lean Technology; Selectable Ride Modes: Locking Hard Saddlebags: Brembo brakes: 18+ Gallons of storage: ABS: Keyless Ignition: Chassis Mounted Fairing: Adjustable Fairing Air Flow Vents; Power Windshield: Adjustable Air Vents; 12V Charging Port
No specs differences within this category
No specs differences within this category

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