Cruisers
2025Indian Chief Dark Horse
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The 2025 Indian Chief Dark Horse is a blacked-out, stripped-back version of Indian's classic cruiser. Its air-cooled 1,890cc Thunderstroke 116 V-twin makes 92 hp and 161.4 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive, with ride modes, cruise control and rear-cylinder deactivation. A very low 662 mm seat, 304 kg wet weight and 15-litre tank complete it.
- Capacity
- 1890.0 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)
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1890.0 ccm
- Power
- 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 139 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.92 L/100km (39.7 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.1 CO g/km
- Torque
- 161.4 Nm (16.5 kgf-m) @ 2900 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3129 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 103.2 x 113.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Gear Drive Wet Clutch
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
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork 46mm
- Rear suspension
- Dual Shocks with adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 132 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 75 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 29.0°
- Trail
- 133 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc.
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 130/60-B19
- Rear tyre
- 180/65-B16
Other
- Color options
- Black Smoke, Sagebrush Smoke, Quartz Gray, Storm Blue
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Keyless starting. Cruise Control. Ride Modes. USB charge port. 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 | 2013 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1721 cc | 1811 cc | 1819 cc | 1890 cc | 1890 cc | 1890 cc |
| Dry weight | 338 kg | 338 kg | 334 kg | 294 kg | 294 kg | 294 kg |
| Seat height | 692 mm | 692 mm | 660 mm | 662 mm | 662 mm | 660 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | — | 20.8 L | 15 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 2025 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Capacity of 1890.0 ccm (115.33 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Indian Chief Dark Horse have?
The 2025 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 2025 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Indian Chief Dark Horse?
The 2025 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Torque of 161.4 Nm (16.5 kgf-m or 119.0 ft.lbs) @ 2900 RPM.
How much does the Indian Chief Dark Horse weigh?
The 2025 Indian Chief Dark Horse has a Dry weight of 294.0 kg (648.2 pounds).
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