Indian Chieftain - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Indian Chieftain is a heavyweight cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with modern technology and comfort features. Known for its commanding presence, low seat height, and premium amenities like touchscreen infotainment and quality stereo system, it excels at long-distance touring with hard saddlebags and advanced braking capabilities. Best suited for experienced cruiser enthusiasts who value heritage-inspired design combined with contemporary convenience and safety features.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Indian Chieftain |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Split dual exhaust with cross-over |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Bore x Stroke | 113.0 x 108.0 mm (4.4 x 4.3 inches) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Torque | 161.10 Nm (16.4 kgf-m or 118.8 ft.lbs) @ 3000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Thunder Stroke® 111 engine |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat | Dual leather seat |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium wheels |
| Rear brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. 2-piston caliper. |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. 4 piston caliper. |
| Rear tyre | 180/60-16 |
| Front tyre | 130/90-16 |
| Rear wheel travel | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Single shock |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks with air adjust |
| Trail | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminium |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.80 litres (5.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,668 mm (65.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,571 mm (101.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,388 mm (54.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 391.0 kg (862.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 376.0 kg (828.9 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Small windscreen. 7´Touchscreen. Tire Pressure Monitoring. 100 Watt Stereo with AM/FM Bluetooth and Smartphone Compatible Input. |
| Factory warranty | 2 years |
| Carrying capacity | Hard saddle bags. |
| Light | Tear drop head lamp, spot lights, fender light |
| Instruments | Fairing mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer, with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Black, Red, Silver, Silver/Black, Red/Black |
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⚠ Safety Recalls (3)
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 19V-339.
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. The gear position switch contacts may oxidize, causing the gear position display to inaccurately show that the motorcycle is in neutral when it is actually in gear.
Risk: If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-03.
Indian Motorcycles Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Cheiftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be equipped with a European-market, not US-market, halogen headlight assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycle and replace any incorrect headlight assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-17-03.
Source: NHTSA. View all Indian recalls →
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