
2016 Indian Chief Vintage
2016 Indian Chief Vintage Review
2016 Indian Chief Vintage on www.Totalmotorcycle.com
Instantly recognizable…
The best of all worlds: Timeless, authentic style, versatile features and modern technology for a smooth-handling, high-performance ride.
2016 Indian® Chief® Classic, Indian® Chief® Vintage and Indian® Chieftain®
For 2016, Indian Motorcycle returns with its award-winning lineup of Indian Chief models delivering the power, handling, unmatched engineering and stunning beauty of the industry’s hottest heavyweight cruisers. Powered by the proven Thunder Stroke 111 engine and covered in premium chrome, the Indian Chief family delivers the impeccable styling and sophisticated performance of the Chief Classic; the classic looks, beautiful fringed leather saddle bags and paint schemes of the Chief Vintage, and the cruising comfort and exceptional handling of the Indian Chieftain hard bagger. Continuing its tradition of stunning colors and head-turning two-tone paint palettes, the 2016 Indian Chief lineup, starting at $17,699, offers gorgeous new color options that include:
– Indian Chief Classic: Pearl White
– Indian Chief Vintage: Star Silver & Thunder Black
– Indian Chieftain: Silver Smoke, Indian Motorcycle Red & Ivory Cream, Star Silver & Thunder Black
2016 Chief Dark Horse | Chief Classic | Chief Vintage | Chieftain
For 2016, Indian Motorcycle continues to sell its award-winning Indian Chief models, delivering the power, handling, unmatched engineering and stunning beauty of the industry’s hottest heavyweight cruisers and baggers.
The Indian Chief family has impeccable styling and sophisticated performance. The proven Thunder Stroke 111 engine powers them all (an air-cooled version is on the Chief Dark Horse, Classic and Vintage), but each model has its own character and style.
Riders can opt for the Chief Classic (cruiser) with its classic looks, much cleaner now following some re-work carried out for 2016: solo vinyl seat, black switches, single headlight and cast aluminium wheels. It now also only comes in one colour; Pearl White.
Next there’s the Chief Vintage (bagger) with its beautiful fringed leather saddlebags and seats, and quick-release windshield (all as standard) making this the option for those who plan to ride on extended road trips. Four colours are available with one of these being new for 2016.
The Chieftain (bagger) has a large fairing with a power-adjustable windscreen (to offer superb cruising comfort), genuine leather seats and hard saddlebags with remote central-locking. It’s available in four colours in 2016 with two of these new.
Finally there’s the Chief Dark Horse. This is the most striking cruiser on the market. It is matte black from end-to-end with only a few flashes of chrome (accessories are available to fully blacken it out). This bike makes a statement even before you fire it up. It looks intimidating, but its low seat height and balance makes it very easy to swing a leg over and ride, plus it’s the best entry point to ride a Thunder Stroke 111 powered Indian Motorcycle. Propelled by 139Nm of torque and the same chassis and suspension from the award-winning Chief Classic, the Chief Dark Horse rolls with ABS, a remote key fob for keyless ignition and electronic cruise control.
The colour options for all of the Chief models this year are:
Chief Classic
Pearl White – NEW
Chief Vintage
Star Silver and Thunder Black – NEW
Thunder Black
Indian Motorcycle Red
Willow Green and Ivory Cream
Chieftain
Silver Smoke – NEW
Star Silver and Thunder Black – NEW
Thunder Black
Indian Motorcycle Red
Chief Dark Horse
Thunder Black Smoke
2016 Indian Chief Vintage www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Ride far enough and you’ll go back in time. The Chief Vintage combines the timeless sense of yesteryear with the modern capabilities today’s riders demand.
THUNDER STROKE® 111
The Thunder Stroke® 111 V-Twin is the powerful heart & soul, delivering 119 ft-lbs of torque, tremendous acceleration & an exhaust note from its true dual exhaust that is music to a real rider’s ears.
ABS & CRUISE CONTROL
The Indian® Chief® Vintage has advanced features to optimize the ride experience. With automotive-quality ABS braking, you ride with confidence that you’ll brake under control in all situations. The cruise control is easy to set & adjust so you enjoy smooth, relaxed cruising.
QUICK RELEASE WINDSHIELD
The stylish, branded windshield provides outstanding wind & weather protection to make every ride more comfortable. With its Quick Release technology, it can be installed or removed quickly & easily in just minutes.
KEYLESS IGNITION
Never fumble with a key again. With the key fob in your pocket, just climb on, start it up & ride. Walk away with confidence, too. The engine will only start & run when the fob is in close proximity to the bike. Misplace the fob? Just enter your personal security code and ride on.
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE® BADGING
The logos & badging are powerful, stylish & iconic. For 115 years, Indian Motorcycle branding has stood for the ultimate in power, performance & style. Complementing the branding is the legendary Warbonnet, showing the way from its perch on the front fender.
2016 Indian Chief Vintage www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Passion Shared Across Generations
A look that takes signature pieces of our storied past and brings them back in all the right ways. Desert Tan Genuine Leather saddlebags, chrome front end and an air-cooled Thunder Stroke® 111 Engine that look like they’re straight out of an old photo. Even though the Chief Vintage borrows a few iconic styling cues from history, every ride is brand new.
ACCESSORIES
16” Ape Hanger Handlebar Kit, Polished
A pair of 16” Polished Ape Hanger Handlebars deliver a comfortable reach to the grips and controls, and they enhance the bike’s timeless custom style. Most importantly, they fuel a rider’s street cred and attitude.
Genuine Leather Handlebar Bag
This Desert Tan bag coordinates with the bike’s other leather elements, and it gives a rider a convenient place to keep small items close at hand while on the road. Don’t forget to add a branded Concho.
Thunder Stroke Stage 1 Exhaust and Fish Tail Exhaust Tips
A Thunder Stroke Stage 1 Exhaust delivers a rich, deep, and powerful exhaust note that truly represents the Thunder Stroke V-Twin’s outstanding performance. For ultimate custom style, add a set of Fish Tail Exhaust Tips.
2016 Indian Chief Vintage – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $21,999 USD
Engine
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type
Thunder Stroke® 111
Displacement
111 cu in / 1811 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.976 x 4.449″ (101mm x 113mm)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54mm bore
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
Drivetrain
Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Performance
Peak Torque
119.2 ft-lbs/ 138.9 N m
Peak Torque RPM
3000 rpm/2600 rpm
Suspension
Front Fork Tube Diameter
(94 mm)
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
Chassis
Suspension: Front – Type/Travel
Telescopic Fork/4.7″ (119 mm)
Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel
Single Shock / 3.7 in
Brakes/Front
Dual / 300mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Brakes/Rear
Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
Tires/Front
Dunlop® American Elite 130/90B16 67H
Tires/Rear
Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Wheels
60 Spoke 16″ x 3.5″ Front and 16″ x 5″ Rear
Exhaust System
Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase
68.1 in / 1730 mm
Seat Height
26.0 in / 660 mm
Rake/Trail
29°
Overall Width (in./mm.)
39.4 in / 1000 mm
Overall Height (in./mm.)
58.7 in / 1490 mm
Ground Clearance
5.5 in / 140 mm
Fuel Capacity (Litres)
5.5 gallons / 20.8 liters
Overall Length (in./mm.)
103.7 in / 2634 mm
Trail
6.1 in / 155.0 mm
GVWR
1260 lbs / 573 kgs
Weight (Empty tank / full of fuel)
801 lbs / 835 lbs (364 kg /379 kg)
Features
Color / Graphics
Willow Green and Ivory Cream
Standard
Standard Equipment
ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Highway Bar; Indian® Script Tank Badge; Keyless Start; Light Bar; Desert Tan Genuine Leather Seats; Quick Release Lexan Windshield; Quick Release Vintage Leather Saddle Bags; Vintage Fender Badge
Electric
Gauges
Tank mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; dual tripmeters; digital tachometer; ambient air temperature; fuel range; average fuel economy; battery voltage; gear position display; real-time clock; vehicle trouble code readout; heated grip level (if heated grips installed); low engine oil pressure; and 9 LED telltale indicators: cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, and MPH or km/h unit designation; Tank mounted electronic fuel gauge with low fuel LED indicator
2016 Indian Chief Vintage – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $25,999 CDN
Engine
Fuel System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54mm bore
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type
Thunder Stroke® 111
Displacement
111 cu in / 1811 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.976 x 4.449″ (101mm x 113mm)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Electronic Fuel Injection System
5.5 gallons / 20.8 liters
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
Drivetrain
Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Performance
Peak Torque
119.2 ft-lbs/ 138.9 N m
Peak Torque RPM
3000 rpm/2600 rpm
Suspension
Front Fork Tube Diameter
(94 mm)
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
Chassis
Suspension: Front – Type/Travel
Telescopic Fork/4.7″ (119 mm)
Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel
Single Shock / 3.7 in
Brakes/Front
Dual / 300mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Brakes/Rear
Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
Tires/Front
Dunlop® American Elite 130/90B16 67H
Tires/Rear
Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Wheels
60 Spoke 16″ x 3.5″ Front and 16″ x 5″ Rear
Exhaust System
Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase
68.1 in / 1730 mm
Seat Height
26.0 in / 660 mm
Rake/Trail
29°
Overall Width (in./mm.)
39.4 in / 1000 mm
Overall Height (in./mm.)
58.7 in / 1490 mm
Ground Clearance
5.5 in / 140 mm
Overall Length (in./mm.)
103.7 in / 2634 mm
Trail
6.1 in / 155.0 mm
GVWR
1260 lbs / 573 kgs
Weight (Empty tank / full of fuel)
801 lbs / 835 lbs (364 kg /379 kg)
Features
Color / Graphics
Willow Green and Ivory Cream
Standard
Standard Equipment
ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Highway Bar; Indian® Script Tank Badge; Keyless Start; Light Bar; Desert Tan Genuine Leather Seats; Quick Release Lexan Windshield; Quick Release Vintage Leather Saddle Bags; Vintage Fender Badge
Electric
Gauges
Tank mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; dual tripmeters; digital tachometer; ambient air temperature; fuel range; average fuel economy; battery voltage; gear position display; real-time clock; vehicle trouble code readout; heated grip level (if heated grips installed); low engine oil pressure; and 9 LED telltale indicators: cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, and MPH or km/h unit designation; Tank mounted electronic fuel gauge with low fuel LED indicator
2016 Indian Chief Vintage – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £TBA (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Specifications
Engine
Engine Type Thunder Stroke™ 111
Displacement 1811 cc
Bore x Stroke 101mm x 113mm
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Electronic Fuel Injection System Closed loop fuel Injection / 54mm bore
Performance
Peak Torque RPM 2600 rpm
Peak Torque (95/1/EC Nm) 138.9 N m
Drivechain
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
Chassis
Suspension: Front – Type/Travel Telescopic Fork/119 mm – 46mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs
Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel Single Shock / 94 mm mechanical preload
Brakes/Front Dual / Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper Dual Front / 300mm with Anti-Lock Brakes
Brakes/Rear Single / Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper / 300mm with Anti-Lock Brakes
Tires/Front Dunlop® American Elite 130/90B16 67H
Tires/Rear Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Wheels 60 Spoke 16” x 3.5” Front and 16” x 5” Rear
Exhaust System Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over
Dimensions
Length 2634 mm
Width (INT) 1000 mm
Height (INT) 1490 mm
Weight (Empty tank / full of fuel) 364 kg /379 kg
GVWR 573 kgs
SEAT HEIGHT 660 mm
Lean angle 31°
Wheelbase 1730 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE 139,8 mm
Rake 29°
Trail 155.0 m
Fuel Capacity 20.8 liters
Standard
Standard Equipment ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Highway Bar; Indian® Script Tank Badge; Keyless Start; Light Bar; Genuine Leather Seats; Quick Release Lexan Windshield; Quick Release Vintage Leather Saddle Bags; Vintage Fender Badge
Electric
Gauges Tank mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; dual tripmeters; digital tachometer; ambient air temperature; fuel range; average fuel economy; battery voltage; gear position display; real-time clock; vehicle trouble code readout; heated grip level (if heated grips installed); low engine oil pressure; and 9 LED telltale indicators: cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, and MPH or km/h unit designation; Tank mounted electronic fuel gauge with low fuel LED indicator
*Starting at MSRP is the manufactured suggested price and excludes delivery, setup, tax, title, license, and additional fees and expenses. Bikes may be shown with optional accessories. Final sale price determined by an authorized dealer. Specifications and MSRP are subject to change.
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