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Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse
EMI ₹ 41,837 /mo
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The Indian Chief Dark Horse is a classic bobber styled bike with modern ride tech and a torque-rich 1890cc engine.
What We Like
Massive low-end torque, intuitive Ride Command system, premium build, and confident highway stability.
What We Do Not Like
Heavy at low speeds, limited cornering clearance, and pricey accessories add to ownership costs.
Engine
| Engine Capacity | 1890 cc |
| Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116 |
| Configuration | N/A |
| Cooling Type | Air oil cooled |
Competitor Comparison
| Model | Engine Size | Engine Type |
|---|---|---|
| S 1000 XR | 999 cc | in-line 4-cylinder engine |
| R 18 | 1802 cc | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. |
| Rocket 3 | 2458 cc | Liquid-cooled& 12 valve& DOH&C inline 3-cylinder |
| Speed Triple 1200 | 1160 cc | Liquid-cooled& inline 3-cylinder& 12 valve& DOHC |
| Fat Bob 114 BS6 | 1868 cc | Milwaukee-Eight 114 |
Torque
162 Nm @ 3200 rpm
In 1 Variant
3200 rpm
In 3 Variants
Torque of Chief Dark Horse Competitors
| Model | Torque |
|---|---|
| S 1000 XR | 114Nm @ 9250rpm |
| R 18 | 158 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
| Rocket 3 | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Speed Triple 1200 | 125 Nm @ 9000 rpm |
| Fat Bob 114 BS6 | 155 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Super Chief Limited | 3200 rpm |
| Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 3200 rpm |
| R 1300 GS | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| 1390 Super Duke R | 145 Nm @8000 rpm |
| 1290 Super Adventure S | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Chief Dark Horse Mileage
Mileage of Chief Dark Horse Competitors
| Model | Mileage |
|---|---|
| R 1300 GS | 21 kmpl |
| Fat Bob 114 BS6 | 20.27 kmpl |
| S 1000 XR | 20 kmpl |
| Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 20 kmpl |
| Speed Triple 1200 | 17.9 kmpl |
| R 18 | 17.8 kmpl |
| Rocket 3 | 14.7 kmpl |
| Super Chief Limited | 14 kmpl |
Kerb Weight
304 kg
In 1 Variant
315 kg
In 3 Variants
Kerb Weight by Variants
Kerb Weight of Chief Dark Horse Competitors
| Model | Kerb Weight (kg) |
|---|---|
| S 1000 XR | 226 kg |
| R 18 | 345 kg, 365 kg |
| Rocket 3 | 317 kg, 320 kg |
| Speed Triple 1200 | 198 kg |
| Fat Bob 114 BS6 | 306 kg |
| Super Chief Limited | 335 kg |
| Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 315 kg |
| R 1300 GS | 237 kg |
| 1390 Super Duke R | 200 kg |
| 1290 Super Adventure S | 220 kg |
Seat Height
662 mm
Chief Dark Horse's 662 mm Seat Height is about 14% lower than the segment average of 764.42 mm.
Seat Height of Chief Dark Horse Competitors
| Model | Seat Height (mm) |
|---|---|
| S 1000 XR | 850 mm |
| R 18 | 690 mm, 710 mm |
| Rocket 3 | 750 mm, 773 mm |
| Speed Triple 1200 | 830 mm |
| Fat Bob 114 BS6 | 710 mm |
| Super Chief Limited | 665 mm |
| Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 662 mm |
| R 1300 GS | 850 mm |
| 1390 Super Duke R | 834 mm |
| 1290 Super Adventure S | 849 mm |
Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse Prices
Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse Competitors
| Models | Engine | Power | Torque | Mileage | Kerb weight | Seat height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() ₹22.13 - ₹22.25 Lakh* | 1890 cc | - | 3200 rpm | 20 kmpl | 304 - 315 kg | 662 mm |
| 1868 cc | 92.5 bhp @ 5020 rpm | 155 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 20.27 kmpl | 306 kg | 710 mm | |
| 1802 cc | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 158 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 17.8 kmpl | 365 kg | 710 mm | |
| 1890 cc | - | 3200 rpm | 20 kmpl | 315 kg | 662 mm | |
| - | - | - | 21 kmpl | - | - | |
| 2458 cc | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 14.7 kmpl | 320 kg | 750 mm | |
| 999 cc | 170 bhp | 114Nm @ 9250rpm | 20 kmpl | 226 kg | 850 mm | |
| 1350 cc | 187.43 bhp @10000 rpm | 145 Nm @8000 rpm | - | 200 kg | 834 mm | |
| 1890 cc | - | 3200 rpm | 14 kmpl | 335 kg | 665 mm | |
| 1160 cc | 177.5 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 125 Nm @ 9000 rpm | 17.9 kmpl | 198 kg | 830 mm | |
| 1301 cc | 158 bhp @ 8750 rpm | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm | - | 220 kg | 849 mm |
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