What category is the 2025 Indian Chief?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Indian Chief
Year	2025

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	Wet Multiplate
Transmission type	Belt (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel system	Injection. Closed Loop Sequential Port injection, 54mm
Bore x Stroke	101.0 x 113.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Torque	146.0 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
Engine details	Thunder Stroke 111 engine
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1811.0 ccm (110.51 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Seat	Solo vinyl seat with passenger pillion
Wheels	Cast Black wheels. Pirelli Night Dragon tires.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Optional ABS. Floating Rotor. 2 piston caliper
Diameter	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Optional ABS. Floating discs. Four piston caliper.
Rear tire	180/65-16
Front tire	130/60-19
Rear wheel travel	75 mm (3.0 inches)
Rear Suspension	Dual Shocks w/adjustable preload
Front wheel travel	132 mm (5.2 inches)
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Trail	132 mm (5.2 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	29.0°
Frame type	Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box
Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	5.20 litres (5.49 US quarts)
Fuel capacity	15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1626 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground clearance	125 mm (4.9 inches)
Overall width	922 mm (36.3 inches)
Overall length	2286 mm (90.0 inches)
Overall height	1253 mm (49.3 inches)
Seat height	662 mm (26.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	304.0 kg (670.2 pounds)
Dry weight	294.0 kg (648.2 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation
Factory warranty	2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Light	LED Headlight, LED Tail/Brake/Turn Signals
Starter	Electric
Color options	Black Metallic, Maroon Metallic Smoke, Silver Quartz Smoke
Maintenance and service data
Fork tube size	46 mm (1.8 inches)
Tire pressure rear	41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa)
Tire pressure front	36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Sprockets	30/66 (front/rear)
Idle speed	800 +/- 50 RPM
Spark plugs	NGK DCPR8E, NGK DCPR8EIX
Battery	YTX20HL
Brake fluid	DOT 4

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

5.5s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track10%

City40%

Cornering35%

Daily Riding55%

Touring65%

Passenger60%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders who already have experience handling heavy, torque-driven cruisers at low speed.
Purpose	Built for relaxed cruising and boulevard riding rather than outright speed or sport performance.
Rider Fit	A tall, heavy machine with a long wheelbase that demands confident strength and balance at stops and in tight maneuvers.
Character	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.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 662mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Indian Chief, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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