Chief Dark Horse
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Chief Dark Horse

A step up in power. And menace.

Timeless design, legendary past, and unobtrusive modern technology.

Thunderstroke 116

Thunderstroke 116

The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 162Nm of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears, giving you the power to leave everything—and everyone—in your exhaust.

Head-turning Design

Head-turning Design

Turn heads on every corner with simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks and a steel welded tube frame. It's an invitation to make it your own.

4" Ride Command Touchscreen

4" Ride Command Touchscreen

The 4" touchscreen maintains a classic aesthetic by disguising itself as an analog gauge. Use it as a speedo and a tach, but it also provides turn-by-turn navigation, controls ride modes, lets you answer and decline calls, and, of course, manages your music from any Bluetooth-connected device.

The beauty is in the details.

The result of fine American craftsmanship: no detail overlooked.

Black, and more black

Black, and more black

Dark by design with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.

19" Machined Cast Wheel

19" Machined Cast Wheel

The 19" machined cast front wheel with ABS adds to the menacing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.

Ride with confidence.

Ride with confidence.

With a low seat height, a solo saddle, and mid-mount foot pegs that keep your feet underneath you, the Chief gives every rider complete control.

Modern technology hidden in plain sight.

More of what you need, less of what you don't.

Features for the win

Features for the win

Off the line, every Chief Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, and super-sticky Pirelli Night Dragon tires.

Light Your Way

Light Your Way

Full LED lighting provides great visibility to the road ahead.

Choose Your Ride

Choose Your Ride

Choose between three ride modes — Tour, Standard, and Sport — for an experience that’s tailored to your riding style.

The story of a legend

1921

1921 marked the debut of the Indian Motorcycle Chief. Designed by the legendary Charles Franklin, the dirt track racer and engineer who also dreamed up the Scout, the Chief had a 61-cubic-inch V-twin, dual cams, a low seat, and graceful lines. Riders loved its reliable power, formidable torque, and agile frame, and the bike quickly gained fans around the world. In the 1940s, the Chief helped fuel the postwar era of bike racing and customization in America.

More than 100 years later…

In 2021, for its’ 100th anniversary, one of America’s most iconic bikes has been completely reimagined by America’s first motorcycle company. The new Chief is the perfect blend of old and new — a timeless design supplemented with modern technology and performance, and zero compromises. It retains its classic compact stance, simple steel frame, and 64-inch wheelbase. With the Chief’s timeless design, dedication to Indian Motorcycle’s legendary past, and unobtrusive modern technology, the only people it will disappoint are the ones who hoped to keep it in their rearview.

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