Cruisers

2024Indian Chief

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The 2024 Indian Chief is a stripped-back American cruiser built around Indian's Thunderstroke V-twin. Its air-cooled 1,811cc engine makes 92 hp and 146 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt. Ride modes, keyless ignition, rear-cylinder deactivation, a low 662 mm seat and 15.1-litre tank are standard, at 304 kg wet.

Capacity: 1811.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 294.0 kg
Seat height: 662 mm
Power: 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering35%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring65%

Two-up60%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed cruising and boulevard riding rather than outright speed or sport performance.
Built for: Delivers classic American V-twin charm with strong low-end torque, a commanding presence, and unhurried, rumbling power delivery.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or lightweight nimble handling.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 662mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Indian Chief, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1811.0 ccm
Power: 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.7 CO g/km
Torque: 146.0 Nm (14.9 kgf-m) @ 3200 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3129 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 113.0 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2
Spark plugs: NGK DCPR8E, NGK DCPR8EIX

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet Multiplate
Sprockets: 30/66 (front/rear)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1626 mm
Overall length: 2286 mm
Overall width: 922 mm
Overall height: 1253 mm
Seat height: 662 mm
Dry weight: 294.0 kg
Wet weight: 304.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.10 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 5.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Dual Shocks w/adjustable preload
Front wheel travel: 132 mm
Rear wheel travel: 75 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 132 mm
Fork tube size: 46 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Optional ABS. Floating discs. Four piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. Floating Rotor. 2 piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter: 300 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 130/60-19
Rear tyre: 180/65-16
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Tire pressure front: 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Tire pressure rear: 41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa)

Other

Color options: Black Metallic, Maroon Metallic Smoke, Silver Quartz Smoke
Warranty: 24
Comments: Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation
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	2001	2011	2016	2021	2024	2026
Capacity	1442 cc	1720 cc	1811 cc	1811 cc	1811 cc	1811 cc
Dry weight	295 kg	330 kg	344 kg	294 kg	294 kg	294 kg
Seat height	600 mm	708 mm	660 mm	660 mm	662 mm	662 mm
Fuel capacity	18.9 L	20.8 L	20.8 L	15.1 L	15.1 L	15.1 L