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2024Indian Challenger Limited

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The 2024 Indian Challenger Limited is a heavyweight cruiser engineered for riders seeking classic American styling combined with modern technology. Known for its commanding presence, premium dual leather seating, and sophisticated Pathfinder LED headlamp, it delivers a smooth, approachable ride despite its substantial 381kg curb weight. Best suited for long-distance cruising and touring enthusiasts.

Capacity: 1769.9 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 365.0 kg
Seat height: 672 mm
Power: 122.0 HP (89.1 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (1)

What’s new for the 2024 Indian Challenger Limited

vs the 2023

Spec	2023	2024
Front suspension	Inverted Telescopic Fork, 43mm	Telescopic forks with air adjustment
Rear suspension	Fox Single Shock with Hydraulic adjust	Single Shock w/Hyd adjust
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Semi-Floating Rotor, 4 Piston Radial Caliper	Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. 4 piston caliper.
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating Rotor, 2 Piston Caliper.	Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. 2-piston caliper.
Cooling	Liquid	Air

Other years 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring45%

Two-up55%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed, stylish boulevard and open-road cruising rather than performance riding or long-distance touring comfort.
Built for: A big-torque, air-cooled V-twin bobber that rewards laid-back throttle rolls and delivers strong low-RPM grunt with old-school mechanical presence.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a plush, wind-protected long-haul touring setup.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 672mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Indian Challenger Limited, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

More bikes at 750 mm or under — Short Kings →

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1769.9 ccm
Power: 122.0 HP (89.1 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 126 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.37 L/100km (43.8 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.2 CO g/km
Torque: 173.6 Nm (17.7 kgf-m) @ 3800 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3342 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 108.0 x 96.5 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Clutch: Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1668 mm
Overall length: 2501 mm
Overall width: 990 mm
Overall height: 1429 mm
Seat height: 672 mm
Dry weight: 365.0 kg
Wet weight: 381.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 137 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic forks with air adjustment
Rear suspension: Single Shock w/Hyd adjust
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 114 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 150 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. 4 piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. 2-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 298 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/60-B19
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Thunder Black Pearl, Deepwater Metallic, Ruby Metallic
Warranty: 24
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Capacity	1768 cc	1768 cc	1768 cc	1768 cc	1770 cc
Dry weight	365 kg	365 kg	365 kg	365 kg	365 kg
Seat height	672 mm	672 mm	672 mm	672 mm	672 mm
Fuel capacity	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

SUSPENSION:REARJul 2024 · 24V550000

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2024 Chieftain, Challenger, Pursuit, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. Please refer to the recall report for a complete list of model names. The rear suspension pushrod may buckle under load.

Risk: A rear suspension pushrod that buckles may pinch the main chassis harness, damage the coolant reservoir, damage the rear tire, or cause the motorcycle to bottom out under load. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension pushrod, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-07.

These recalls cover some 2024 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Indian recalls →