2026Indian Challenger Venum

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The 2026 Indian Challenger Venum is a heavyweight cruiser designed for riders seeking aggressive styling with modern performance. Known for its powerful engine, low-slung seating position, and factory customization options, it excels at highway cruising and commanding presence on the road. Best suited for experienced riders who value bold aesthetics and comfortable long-distance capability.

Capacity: 1768.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 361.0 kg
Seat height: 672 mm
Power: 122.0 HP (89.1 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering50%

City riding40%

Daily riding60%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track20%

Best for: Built as a high-power bagger for covering long highway miles in comfort while still offering strong overtaking punch from its 122hp PowerPlus V-twin.
Built for: A muscular, road-focused cruiser-tourer that blends bagger styling with sport-touring performance, rewarding confident, momentum-based riding over flickable agility.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, anyone seeking a lightweight or nimble machine, or those planning any kind of off-road or unpaved riding.

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

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Units

At 672mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 Indian Challenger Venum, 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.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1768.0 ccm
Power: 122.0 HP (89.1 kW)
Torque: 173.6 Nm (17.7 kgf-m) @ 3800 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3380 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 108.0 x 96.5 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric

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: 1346 mm
Seat height: 672 mm
Dry weight: 361.0 kg
Wet weight: 377.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 137 mm
Carrying capacity: Hard saddle bags.

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Inverted Telescopic Cartridge Fork, 43mm
Rear suspension: Fox Single Shock with hydraulic adjustment
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 114 mm
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.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/60-B19
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Black Metallic, Titanium Smoke
Warranty: 24
Comments: Keyless Ignition, Chassis Mounted Fairing, Adjustable Fairing Air Flow Vents, Power Windshield, Adjustable Air Vents.

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