Indian Motorcycle Chieftain ElitevsKawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE

Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE: Specifications Comparison

• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

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

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
  Front Wheel Size	R19	R17
  Rear Wheel Size	R16	R17
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
  Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Telescopic Fork
  Rear Suspension	Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in	New Uni Trak Swingarm /139mm
  Front Tyre Size	130/60 R19	120/70 R17
  Rear Tyre Size	180/60 R16	190/55 R17
  Tubeless Tyres
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	300 mm	223 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Front Disc Size	Data Not Available	280
  Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	42
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	42
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	42
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	42

• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Fuel level guage, Tachometer, Speedometer

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

• Safety

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

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

• Engine & Transmission

  Engine Capacity, Engine Type, Transmission Type, Top Speed

  Engine Capacity	1890 cc	998 cc
  Engine Type	Thunderstroke 116	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& supercharged inline-four engine
  Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
  Top Speed	120 kmph	330 kmph
  Bore x Stroke	103.2 mm x 113mm	76 mm x 55 mm
  Cooling type	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
  Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
  Max Torque	171 Nm @ 3000 rpm	137.3 Nm @ 8500 rpm
  Mileage (Claimed)	18 kmpl	15 kmpl
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
  Gear Shifting Pattern	Data Not Available	1 Down 5 Up
  Spark Plugs	Data Not Available
  No. of Cylinders	Data Not Available	4
  No. of valves per cylinder	Data Not Available	2
  Configuration	Data Not Available	DOHC
  Max Power	Data Not Available	197.2 bhp @ 11000 rpm

• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2506 mm	2135 mm
  Width	1023 mm	790 mm
  Height	1372 mm	1260 mm
  Wheelbase	1668 mm	1480 mm
  Ground Clearance	130 mm	130 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	20.8 Litres	19 Litres
  Engine Oil Capacity	5 Litres	4.3 Litres
  Body Type	Tourer	Sports
  Seat Height	650 mm	835 mm
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	Data Not Available	266 kg

• Comfort & Convenience

  Start Type, Console Type, Instrument Console, Average Speed Indicator

  Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
  Console Type	Analogue Cum Digital	Digital
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Average Speed Indicator	Data Not Available
  Call/SMS Alerts	Data Not Available
  Low Battery Indicator	Data Not Available
  Low Oil Indicator	Data Not Available
  Pillion Footrest	Data Not Available
  Riding Modes	Data Not Available	3
  Service Reminder Indicator	Data Not Available
  GPS & Navigation	Data Not Available
  USB Charger Port	Data Not Available
  Distance to Empty Indicator	Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available
  Seat Style	Data Not Available	Split
  Side Stand Indicator	Data Not Available

• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros		Supercharged engine delivers explosive acceleration power. Upgraded suspension enhances ride comfort and stability. Advanced electronics improve safety and handling precision. Premium touring features enhance long‑distance usability. Refined ergonomics support extended ride comfort.
  Cons		Very high pricing restricts buyer accessibility. Complex electronics may increase maintenance needs. Heavy weight affects city manoeuvrability dynamics.

• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights	Data Not Available
  LED headlight	Data Not Available

• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Data Not Available

  2 Years/30000 kms

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