The Chief Dark Horse is as sinister as it is powerful. It features ABS, keyless ignition, matte-black paint, blacked-out details and unrivaled performance from the Thunder Stroke 111 V-Twin engine.
2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
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2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Matte-black finish. Unpolished. Uncompromising. This is the Chief Dark Horse. Powered by the Thunder Stoke 111 V-Twin engine. Highlighted by blacked-out details. Dual exhaust. Keyless ignition. Cruise control. The throaty growl from this sinister machine doesn’t just demand attention, it refuses to be ignored.
- Blacked-out Styling: Blacked-out from end to end, the Indian Chief Dark Horse has a sinister look that makes a statement.
- Thunder Stroke® 111: Designed from the ground up, the Thunder Stroke® 111 is a powerful, award-winning engine with legendary features inspired by the Power Plus motor of the 1940s: Multi-directional finned valve covers; Downward firing exhaust; Large, parallel push-rod tubes; Organic, asymmetric fin styling; Right-hand drive; Right-hand cam cover; Classic 2/3 head-to-cylinder neck down
- Blacked-out Cast Aluminum Wheels: The Chief Dark Horse features blacked-out cast aluminum wheels for an even edgier look.
- Blacked-Out Headdress: A blacked-out version of the most powerful icon in motorcycling. Since 1947, the illuminated headdress has graced the front fender of nearly every Indian Motorcycle, guiding the way from legend to legend.
- ABS Brakes: With automotive-quality ABS braking, you’ll ride with confidence, knowing you can brake under control in any situation.
- 119 ft-lbs of Torque: The Thunder Stroke® 111 produces 119 ft-lbs of torque with extraordinary power at low RPM, so you can accelerate hard with power to spare in every gear.
- Dual Exhaust: Dual exhaust pipes deliver classic style and a rich, throaty exhaust note. Acoustical engineering eliminated high-pitched sounds, so all you’ll ever hear is the resonance of true performance and power.
- Keyless Ignition: Never fumble for your key again. With the proximity fob in your pocket, just climb on, press the start button and ride away. Misplace your fob? Simply enter your personal security code and go.
- Internally Wired Handlebars: This high-profile area features blacked-out hand controls. Plus, all of the wiring is routed inside the handlebars for a clean, premium-quality look.
- Cruise Control: With automotive-quality ABS braking, you’ll ride with confidence, knowing you can brake under control in any situation.
- Matte-Black Paint Scheme: Every Dark Horse model features a bold, matte-black paint scheme with a Smoke Gray headdress on the tank.
- 6-Speed Transmission: A 6-speed transmission with power to spare in every gear. That’s the remarkable Thunder Stroke® 111 V-Twin.
2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $17499 USD
ENGINE
Engine Type
Thunder Stroke® 111
Displacement
111 cu in (1811 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.976 in x 4.449 in (101 mm x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
PERFORMANCE
Peak Torque
119 ft-lbs (161.6 N m)
Peak Torque RPM
3000 rpm
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
SUSPENSION
Suspension: Front – Type/Travel
Telescopic Fork / 4.7 in (119 mm) – Cartridge Type
Front Fork Tube Diameter
46 mm
Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel
Single Shock / 3.7 in (94 mm)
CHASSIS
Brakes/Front
Dual / 300mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Brakes/Rear
Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
Wheels/Front
Cast 16 in x 3.5 in
Wheels/Rear
Cast 16 in x 5 in
Tires/Front
Dunlop® Elite 3 130/90B16 73H
Tires/Rear
Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Exhaust
Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase
68.1 in (1730 mm)
Seat Height
26.0 in (660 mm)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in (140 mm)
Overall Height
46.3 in (1176 mm)
Overall Length
103.5 in (2630 mm)
Overall Width
39.4 in (1000 mm)
Rake
29°
Trail
6.1 in (155 mm)
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal (20.8 l)
GVWR
1260 lbs (572 kg)
Weight (Empty Tank / Full of Fuel)
745 lbs / 777 lbs (338 kg / 352 kg)
FEATURES
Color / Graphics
Thunder Black Smoke
STANDARD
Standard Equipment
ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition
ELECTRICAL
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
2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $20,999 CDN
ENGINE
Engine Type
Thunder Stroke® 111
Displacement
111 cu in (1811 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.976 in x 4.449 in (101 mm x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Electronic Fuel Injection System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Drive/Driven Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
PERFORMANCE
Peak Torque
119 ft-lbs (161.6 N m)
Peak Torque RPM
3000 rpm
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
SUSPENSION
Suspension: Front – Type/Travel
Telescopic Fork / 4.7 in (119 mm) – Cartridge Type
Front Fork Tube Diameter
46 mm
Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel
Single Shock / 3.7 in (94 mm)
CHASSIS
Brakes/Front
Dual / 300mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper
Brakes/Rear
Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper
Wheels/Front
Cast 16 in x 3.5 in
Wheels/Rear
Cast 16 in x 5 in
Tires/Front
Dunlop® Elite 3 130/90B16 73H
Tires/Rear
Dunlop® American Elite 180/65B16 81H
Exhaust
Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase
68.1 in (1730 mm)
Seat Height
26.0 in (660 mm)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in (140 mm)
Overall Height
46.3 in (1176 mm)
Overall Length
103.5 in (2630 mm)
Overall Width
39.4 in (1000 mm)
Rake
29°
Trail
6.1 in (155 mm)
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal (20.8 l)
GVWR
1260 lbs (572 kg)
Weight (Empty Tank / Full of Fuel)
745 lbs / 777 lbs (338 kg / 352 kg)
FEATURES
Color / Graphics
Thunder Black Smoke
STANDARD
Standard Equipment
ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition
ELECTRICAL
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
2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
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