Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark HorsevsKTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse

₹22.13 - ₹22.25 Lakh*

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

₹22.74 Lakh*

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Comfort & Convenience

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Engine & Transmission

Instrumentation

Dimensions & Capacity

Exterior
Daytime Running Lights
Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Data Not Available
LED headlight
Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Data Not Available
Warranty
Basic Warranty
2 Years/Unlimited kms
2 Years/ 50000 kms

Pros & Cons

Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Data Not Available
Gallery

Detailed Comparison of Chief Dark Horse and 1290 Super Adventure S

Chief Dark Horse comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Radial Tyres, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. 1290 Super Adventure S has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

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Competitors

Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height
Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse ₹22.13 - ₹22.25 Lakh*	1890 cc	-	162 Nm @ 3200 rpm	Upto 20 kmpl	304 kg	662 mm
Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse ₹22.82 - ₹22.86 Lakh*	1890 cc	-	3200 rpm	20 kmpl	315 kg	662 mm
Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114 BS6 ₹21.49 Lakh*	1868 cc	92.5 bhp @ 5020 rpm	R155 Nm @ 3500 rpm	20.27 kmpl	306 kg	7R10 mm
BMW R 18 ₹19.90 - ₹25.90 Lakh*	1802 cc	89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm	158 Nm @ 3000 rpm	17.8 kmpl	365 kg	710 mm
BMW R 1300 GS ₹21.20 - ₹22.95 Lakh*	-	-	-	21 kmpl	-	-
Indian Motorcycle Super Chief Limited ₹24.33 - ₹24.35 Lakh*	1890 cc	-	3200 rpm	14 kmpl	335 kg	665 mm
Triumph Rocket 3 ₹24.03 - ₹24.67 Lakh*	2458 cc	180 bhp @ 7000 rpm	225 Nm @ 4000 rpm	14.7 kmpl	320 kg	750 mm
BMW S 1000 XR ₹22.50 Lakh*	999 cc	170 bhp	114Nm @ 9250rpm	20 kmpl	226 kg	850 mm
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 ₹21.76 Lakh*	1160 cc	177.5 bhp @ 10750 rpm	125 Nm @ 9000 rpm	17.9 kmpl	198 kg	830 mm

Average Speed Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Low Battery Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Low Oil Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Riding Modes	3 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Service Reminder Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
GPS & Navigation	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Console Type	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Engine Kill Switch	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Instrument Console	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Side Stand Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Start Type	Self Start Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Electric Start
USB Charger Port	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Handle Type	Cruiser Handlebars Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Seat Style	Data Not Available	Split

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Fixed
Front Disc Size	300 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	320
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Front Wheel Size	R19 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards R16 Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	R19
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	40 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	40 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Rear Wheel Size	R16 Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	R17
Wheel Type	Alloy Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards Spoke Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active
Rear Suspension	Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm	WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically regulated preload
Front Tyre Size	130/60 R19 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards 130/90 R16 Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	100/90 R19
Rear Tyre Size	180/65 R16 Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	170/60 R17
Front Brake	Disc Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	300 mm Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	267 mm
Rear Brake	Disc Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
Tubeless Tyres	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Spark Plugs	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Engine Capacity	1890 cc Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	1301 cc
No. of Cylinders	2 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	2
No. of valves per cylinder	2 Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	2
Transmission Type	Manual Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Manual
Bore x Stroke	103.2 mm x 113 mm Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards 103.2 mm x 113mm Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	108 mm x 71 mm
Cooling type	Air Cooled Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards Air oil cooled Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Liquid-cooled
Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Max Torque	162 Nm @ 3200 rpm Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards 3200 rpm Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Number of Gears	6 Speed Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	6 Speed
Engine Type	Thunderstroke 116 Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75
Top Speed	200 kmph Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards 115 kmph Available in 2 Variants, ₹22.15 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Mileage (Claimed)	20 kmpl Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Configuration	Data Not Available	DOHC
Max Power	Data Not Available	158 bhp @ 8750 rpm

Riding Modes Switch	Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Touch Screen Display	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator		Data Not Available
Tachometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Speedometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Odometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital

Length	2286 mm	2260 mm
Width	922 mm	900 mm
Body Type	Cruiser	Adventure
Seat Height	662 mm Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	849 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	304 kg Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards 315 kg Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	220 kg
Height	1253 mm	849 mm
Wheelbase	1626 mm	1557 mm
Ground Clearance	125 mm	223 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 Litres Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	23 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	5 Litres Available in 3 Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
Hazard Warning Indicator	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Hazard Warning Switch	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Pass Light	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Radial Tyres	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Side Stand Alarm
Turn Signal	LED Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Available in all Variants, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards
Slipper Clutch	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available

Daytime Running Lights	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
LED headlight	Available in 1 Variant, ₹22.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available

Pros		Powerful 1,301cc engine with 190 PS of power A high-tech 7-inch TFT instrument cluster with a plethora of information and tun-by-turn navigation support A full suite of safety features with Cornering TCS, Switchable ABS, Cornering ABS, TPMS & more Optional Rally Pack and Tech Pack with more features Adaptive Cruise Control with 5 stage distance setting 4 Different ride modes Rain, Street, Offroad, and Rally WP Semi-Active suspension with 3-stage damping mode Adjustable rider seat and windshield 23-litre fuel tank for long riding
Cons		The pricing is exceptionally high This is more of a road-friendly bike and comes with road-bias tyres Heavy weight can make it difficult to manage at low speed The maintenance of premium components will result in high maintenance cost