IndianMotorcycleChiefBobberDarkHorsevsBMWR1300GS

Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse vs BMW R 1300 GS: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Hazard Warning Indicator

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		All Variants
  Side Stand Alarm	All Variants	All Variants
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system	All Variants	All Variants
  Hazard Warning Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Hazard Warning Switch	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Pass Light	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Pillion Grabrail	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Radial Tyres	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Turn Signal	Data Not Available	LED 1 Variant
  Slipper Clutch	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Traction Control System	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Calliper Type, Front Wheel Size, Rear Wheel Size

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS All Variants	Dual Channel ABS All Variants
  Calliper Type	Fixed All Variants	Fixed All Variants
  Front Wheel Size	R16 All Variants	Data Not Available
  Rear Wheel Size	R16 All Variants	Data Not Available
  Wheel Type	Spoke All Variants	Alloy 1 Variant
  Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Central Shock Absorber
  Rear Suspension	Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm	Single-sided Swingarm
  Front Tyre Size	130/90 R16 All Variants	120/70 R19 1 Variant
  Rear Tyre Size	180/65 R16 All Variants	170/60 R17 1 Variant
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Front Brake	Data Not Available	Disc 1 Variant
  Rear Brake	Data Not Available	Disc 1 Variant
  Tubeless Tyres	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Fuel level guage, Tachometer, Speedometer

  Riding Modes Switch	All Variants	All Variants
  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Tachometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Speedometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Odometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Gear Indicator	Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Engine Capacity, Engine Type, Transmission Type, Top Speed

  Engine Capacity	1890 cc All Variants	1300 cc 1 Variant
  Engine Type	Thunderstroke 116 All Variants	Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 1 Variant
  Transmission Type	Manual All Variants	Manual All Variants
  Top Speed	201 kmph 2 Variants 115 kmph 1 Variant	255 kmph 1 Variant
  Bore x Stroke	103.2 mm x 113mm All Variants	106.5 mm x 73 mm 1 Variant
  Cooling type	Air-oil cooled All Variants	Air-oil cooled 1 Variant
  Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Data Not Available
  Max Torque	3200 rpm All Variants	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm 1 Variant
  Mileage (Claimed)	20 kmpl All Variants	21 kmpl 1 Variant
  Number of Gears	6 Speed All Variants	6 Speed 1 Variant
  Gear Shifting Pattern	Data Not Available	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant
  Ignition	Data Not Available	CDI 1 Variant
  No. of Cylinders	Data Not Available	2 1 Variant
  Max Power	Data Not Available	145 bhp @ 7750 rpm 1 Variant

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2286 mm	2212 mm
  Width	915 mm	1000 mm
  Height	1349 mm	1406 mm
  Wheelbase	1626 mm	1518 mm
  Ground Clearance	125 mm	Data Not Available
  Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 Litres All Variants	19 Litres 1 Variant
  Engine Oil Capacity	5 Litres All Variants	Data Not Available
  Body Type	Cruiser	Adventure
  Seat Height	662 mm All Variants	850 mm 1 Variant
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	315 kg All Variants	237 kg 1 Variant

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  2 Years/Unlimited kms

  3 Year

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Console Type, Handle Type, Instrument Console, Start Type

  Console Type	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Handle Type	Mini Ape Bars All Variants	Data Not Available
  Instrument Console	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Start Type	Self Start All Variants	Self Start 1 Variant
  Call/SMS Alerts	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Low Battery Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Low Oil Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Pillion Footrest	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Riding Modes	Data Not Available	3 1 Variant
  Service Reminder Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  GPS & Navigation	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  USB Charger Port	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Entertainment & Communication

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  All Variants

  Data Not Available

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros		Strong 1300cc boxer engine (145 hp, 149 Nm) with great torque delivery Outstanding ride comfort and suspension (EVO ESA) for long-distance touring Highly capable on-road and off-road, true ADV versatility Packed with advanced electronics and rider aids (ride modes, traction control, TFT) More compact and manageable than before, easier to handle than older GS
  Cons		Weight still noticeable, especially at slow speeds Expensive ownership and maintenance Fuel tank slightly smaller than before, reducing range a bit Complex electronics can feel overwhelming Overkill for casual riders or city-only use

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights

  Daytime Running Lights

  Data Not Available

  1 Variant

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Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark HorseBMW R 1300 GS

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