Thunderstroke 116
The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 162 Nm of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears. It'll catch eyes on the street and grab your soul from the saddle.
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People will see and hear you coming—and wonder where you're headed next.
The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 162 Nm of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears. It'll catch eyes on the street and grab your soul from the saddle.
Loaded with attitude and blacked-out finishes from fender to bobbed fender. A welded steel tube frame, large headlight bucket with nacelle, and covered forks and rear shocks give a nod to traditional bobber style.
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 manages your music from any Bluetooth-connected device.
Iconic Indian Motorcycle style ensure heads turn wherever the Chief roams.
Dark by design with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.
A low solo seat gives you a commanding feel, while the forward pegs and mini ape bars put your feet forward and your fists in the wind.
Rooted in history, designed for the present. The iconic Indian Motorcycle headdress logo is a celebration of the original Chief.
More of what you need, less of what you don't.
Off the line, every Chief Bobber Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, and super-sticky Pirelli Night Dragon tires.
Full LED lighting provides great visibility to the road ahead.
Choose between three ride modes — Tour, Standard, and Sport — for an experience that’s tailored to your riding style.
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.
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.
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116 |
| Displacement | 1890 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 103.2mm x 113mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Electronic Fuel Injection System | Closed loop fuel Injection / 54mm bore |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Peak Torque RPM | 2900 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 162 Nm |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Primary Drive | Gear Drive Wet Clutch |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Gear Ratio (Overall) | |
|---|---|
| 1st | 9.403 : 1 |
| 2nd | 6.411 : 1 |
| 3rd | 4.763 : 1 |
| 4th | 3.796 : 1 |
| 5th | 3.243 : 1 |
| 6th | 2.789 : 1 |
| Final Drive | 2.2:1 |
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Suspension: Front - Type/Travel | Telescopic Fork / 132 mm |
| Suspension: Rear - Type/Travel | Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Brakes/Front | Single / 300mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Calliper |
| Brakes/Rear | Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Calliper |
| Tyres/Front | Pirelli Night Dragon 130/90B16 67H |
| Tyres/Rear | Pirelli Night Dragon 180/65 B16 81H |
| Wheels | Wire Spoke 16" x 3 / 16" x 5" |
| Exhaust | Dual Exhaust w/ Crossover |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 1626 mm |
| Seat Height | 662 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 125 mm |
| Overall Length | 2286 mm |
| Overall Width | 915 mm |
| Overall Height | 1349 mm |
| Lean Angle | 31° |
| Rake | 29° |
| Trail | 132 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 L |
| GVWR | 522 kg |
| Weight (Empty tank / full of fuel) | 304 kg / 315 kg |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Colour / Graphics | Black Smoke, Sunset Red Smoke, Copper Metallic Pearl |
| Factory Warranty | 2 Years, Unlimited Kilometers |
| Standard | |
|---|---|
| Standard Equipment | ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB charge port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation |
| Lights | LED Headlight, LED Tail/Brake/Turn Signals |
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| Gauges | Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, fuel gauge, compass, ambient temperature, Gear indicator |
| Infotainment | 4" Touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND. Touchscreen display includes real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; and vehicle trouble code readout. |
