IndianMotorcycleChiefDarkHorsevsBMWR1300GS

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

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pillion Grabrail, Radial Tyres

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		All Variants
  Hazard Warning Indicator	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Pillion Grabrail		1 Variant
  Radial Tyres	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Side Stand Alarm		All Variants
  Turn Signal	LED 1 Variant	LED 1 Variant
  Slipper Clutch	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Traction Control System		1 Variant

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Geo Fencing, Low Battery Indicator

  Average Speed Indicator	1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Call/SMS Alerts	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Low Battery Indicator	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Low Oil Indicator	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Pillion Footrest		1 Variant
  Riding Modes	3 1 Variant	3 1 Variant
  GPS & Navigation	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Distance to Empty Indicator	1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Instrument Console	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Start Type	Self Start All Variants	Self Start 1 Variant
  USB Charger Port	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Handle Type	Cruiser Handlebars 3 Variants	Data Not Available

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Front Suspension Preload Adjuster, Front Tyre Pressure (Rider), Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS All Variants	Dual Channel ABS All Variants
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Front Wheel Size	R19 1 Variant R16 3 Variants	Data Not Available
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	1 Variant	1 Variant
  Wheel Type	Alloy 1 Variant Spoke 3 Variants	Alloy 1 Variant
  Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Central Shock Absorber
  Rear Suspension	Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm	Single-sided Swingarm
  Front Brake	Disc 1 Variant	Disc 1 Variant
  Rear Brake	Disc 1 Variant	Disc 1 Variant

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, No. of Cylinders

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant
  Spark Plugs	1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Engine Capacity	1890 cc All Variants	1300 cc 1 Variant
  No. of Cylinders	2 1 Variant	2 1 Variant
  Bore x Stroke	103.2 mm x 113 mm 1 Variant 103.2 mm x 113mm 3 Variants	106.5 mm x 73 mm 1 Variant
  Cooling type	Air Cooled 1 Variant Air-oil cooled 3 Variants	Air-oil cooled 1 Variant
  Max Power	122 PS All Variants	147 PS @ 7750 rpm 1 Variant
  Max Torque	162 Nm @ 3200 rpm 1 Variant 3200 rpm 3 Variants	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm 1 Variant
  Number of Gears	6 Speed All Variants	6 Speed 1 Variant
  Engine Type	Thunderstroke 116 3 Variants	Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 1 Variant
  Top Speed	200 kmph 1 Variant 115 kmph 2 Variants	255 kmph 1 Variant

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Touch Screen Display, Gear Indicator, Tachometer

  Riding Modes Switch	All Variants	All Variants
  Touch Screen Display	1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Gear Indicator
  Tachometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Speedometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Odometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Seat Height, Unladden/Kerb Weight

  Length	2286 mm	2212 mm
  Width	922 mm	1000 mm
  Seat Height	662 mm All Variants	850 mm 1 Variant
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	304 kg 1 Variant 315 kg 3 Variants	237 kg 1 Variant
  Height	1253 mm	1406 mm
  Wheelbase	1626 mm	1518 mm
  Ground Clearance	125 mm	Data Not Available
  Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 Litres 3 Variants	19 Litres 1 Variant
  Engine Oil Capacity	5 Litres 3 Variants	Data Not Available

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights	1 Variant	1 Variant
  LED headlight	1 Variant	Data Not Available

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  2 Years/Unlimited kms

  3 Year

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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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Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark HorseBMW R 1300 GS

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