Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite or Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Chieftain Elite and Pan America 1250. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke and Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Price starts at Rs.24.64 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Special. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is a 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 150.19 bhp @ 8750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Chieftain Elite provides a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model), and Pan America 1250 has a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model). Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
Chieftain Elite vs Pan America 1250
Key Highlights | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite | Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 |
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Price | Rs.38.00 Lakh | Rs.24.64 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 1252 cc |
Power | N/A | 150.19 bhp @ 8750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 18 kmpl | 18 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Chieftain Elite specifications | Pan America 1250 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup | 27.99 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.4 | 4.2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.8 Litres | 21.2 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1890 cc | 1252 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Chieftain Elite Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Pan America 1250 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | - | 320 |
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) | - | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | TelescopiFor11mm | inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control |
Rear Suspension | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in | Linkage-mounted monoshock with automatic electronic preload control |
Front Tyre Size | 130/60 R19 | 120/70 R19 |
Instrumentation
Chieftain Elite Instrumentation | Pan America 1250 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No |
Touch Screen Display | - | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Chieftain Elite Exterior | Pan America 1250 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
Chieftain Elite Warranty | Pan America 1250 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years / Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | Pan America 1250 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Stressed-member& high strength low alloy steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
Chieftain Elite Engine & Transmission | Pan America 1250 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 1252 cc |
Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116 | Revolution Max 1250 |
No. of Cylinders | - | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 120 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 103.2 mm x 113 mm | 105 mm x 72 mm |
Charging Socket | - | Yes |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | - | 150.19 bhp @ 8750 rpm |
Max Torque | 171 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 128 Nm @ 6750 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | Pan America 1250 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 | - | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
Chieftain Elite Safety | Pan America 1250 Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | No |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | - | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | - | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | Pan America 1250 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2506 mm | 2270 mm |
Width | 1023 mm | 975 mm |
Height | 1372 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase | 1668 mm | 1585 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.8 Litres | 21.2 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 5 Litres | 4.49 Litres |
Body Type | Tourer Bike | Adventure |
Seat Height | 650 mm | 850 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 258 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite and Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250
Safety
Chieftain Elite comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Pan America 1250 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Pan America 1250 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has a 20.8 Litres fuel tank with 1372 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 has 1510 mm seat height and 21.2 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite and Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 FAQs
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.
What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250?
The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is Rs. 27.99 Lakh in New Delhi.