Cruisers
2014Indian Chief Dark Horse
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The 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse is a blacked-out version of Indian's classic cruiser. Its air-cooled Thunder Stroke 111 V-twin drives through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive. A low 692 mm seat and 338.4 kg dry weight give it a heavy, planted feel.
- Capacity
- 1811.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 338.4 kg
- Seat height
- 692 mm
- Power
- 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
What’s new for the 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse
vs the 2013| Spec | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1720.8 ccm (105.01 cubic inches) | 1811.0 ccm (110.51 cubic inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed open-road cruising and boulevard presence rather than outright speed or sharp handling.
- Built for
- A stripped-down, blacked-out muscle cruiser that trades on brawny low-end torque, classic V-twin rumble, and imposing style over agility.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or lightweight commuter practicality.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1811.0 ccm
- Power
- 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2719 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.6 x 108.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1646 mm
- Overall length
- 2553 mm
- Seat height
- 692 mm
- Dry weight
- 338.4 kg
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High tensile steel
- Front suspension
- Dia. 41 mm/Travel 4.25
- Rear suspension
- Single shock/Travel 2.90
- Rake (fork angle)
- 34.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs.
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating disc.
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Thunder Black Smoke w/colored head dress
- Warranty
- 24
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1721 cc | 1811 cc | 1811 cc | 1819 cc | 1890 cc | 1890 cc |
| Dry weight | 338 kg | 338 kg | 338 kg | 334 kg | 294 kg | 294 kg |
| Seat height | 692 mm | 692 mm | 692 mm | 660 mm | 662 mm | 660 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | — | — | 20.8 L | 15 L | 15.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Indian Chief Dark Horse?
The 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Capacity of 1811.0 ccm (110.51 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Indian Chief Dark Horse have?
The 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Power of 92.0 HP (67.7 kW).
How many gears does the Indian Chief Dark Horse have?
The 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Indian Chief Dark Horse weigh?
The 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Dry weight of 338.4 kg (746.0 pounds).
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