Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special vs Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special or Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Road Glide Special and Chieftain Elite. Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special Price starts at Rs.40.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Road Glide Special and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke. Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is 2 cylinder, 1923 cc Engine can generate 92.5 bhp @ 5250 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is a N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, Road Glide Special provides a mileage of 16 kmpl (base model), and Chieftain Elite has a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Road Glide Special vs Chieftain Elite
Key Highlights | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite |
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Price | Rs.40.49 Lakh | Rs.38.00 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1923 cc | 1890 cc |
Power | 92.5 bhp @ 5250 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 16 kmpl | 18 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Road Glide Special specifications | Chieftain Elite specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 46.00 Lakh Price Breakup | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.9 | 3.4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22.7 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1923 cc | 1890 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Road Glide Special Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Chieftain Elite Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | - |
Front Disc Size | 300 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 40 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 18 | - |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Dual Bending Valve | TelescopiFor11mm |
Rear Suspension | Dual Outboard Emulsion with Preload Adjustability | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in |
Front Tyre Size | 130/60 B19 | 130/60 R19 |
Instrumentation
Road Glide Special Instrumentation | Chieftain Elite Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Road Glide Special Exterior | Chieftain Elite Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
Road Glide Special Warranty | Chieftain Elite Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
Road Glide Special Body & Suspension | Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
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Engine & Transmission
Road Glide Special Engine & Transmission | Chieftain Elite Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1923 cc | 1890 cc |
Engine Type | Milwaukee-Eight 114 | Thunderstroke 116 |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 177 kmph | 120 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 103.5 mm x 114.3 mm | 103.2 mm x 113 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 92.5 bhp @ 5250 rpm | - |
Max Torque | 158 Nm @ 3250 rpm | 171 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
Road Glide Special Comfort & Convenience | Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 3 | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
Road Glide Special Safety | Chieftain Elite Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Road Glide Special Dimensions & Capacity | Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2430 mm | 2506 mm |
Width | 990 mm | 1023 mm |
Height | 1325 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase | 1625 mm | 1668 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22.7 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4.9 Litres | 5 Litres |
Body Type | Tourer | Tourer Bike |
Seat Height | 695 mm | 650 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 387 kg | - |
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Safety
Road Glide Special comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Chieftain Elite has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special comes with 6 Manual transmission and Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special has a 22.7 Litres fuel tank with 1325 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has 1372 mm seat height and 20.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite FAQs
What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special?
The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is Rs. 46.00 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is Rs. 43.17 Lakh in New Delhi.