2026 Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse®
2026 Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse®

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2026
2026
Model
Chief Bobber Dark Horse®
Chief Bobber Dark Horse®
Model Code
N26DLDBHB3
N26DLDBHB3
Color
Black Smoke
Black Smoke

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Single / 300 mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Rear - Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

ABS

Front - Single / 300 mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Rear - Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

ABS

Wheels

Front - Wire 16 x 3 in.

Rear - Wire 16 x 5 in.

Front - Wire 16 x 3 in.

Rear - Wire 16 x 5 in.

Tires

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec® 130 / 60 B16 73H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec® 180 / 65 B16 81H

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec® 130 / 60 B16 73H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec® 180 / 65 B16 81H

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 90 in. (2,286 mm)
Overall - 90 in. (2,286 mm)
Height
Overall - 53.1 in. (1,349 mm)
Overall - 53.1 in. (1,349 mm)
Width
Overall - 36 in. (915 mm)
Overall - 36 in. (915 mm)
Weight

Dry - 670 lb. (304 kg)

Running Order - 694 lb. (315 kg)

GVWR - 1,160 lb. (522 kg)

Dry - 670 lb. (304 kg)

Running Order - 694 lb. (315 kg)

GVWR - 1,160 lb. (522 kg)

Ground Clearance

4.9 in. (125 mm)

Lean Angle - 28.5°

4.9 in. (125 mm)

Lean Angle - 28.5°

Wheelbase
64.0 in. (1,626 mm)
64.0 in. (1,626 mm)
Seat Height
26.0 in. (662 mm)
26.0 in. (662 mm)

Drivetrain

Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
2.2 : 1
Drive System
Wet, Multi-Plate
Wet, Multi-Plate

Electrical

Instrumentation

Gauge - Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, fuel gauge, compass, ambient temperature, Gear indicator

RIDE COMMAND - 4 in. Display Factory-Installed with GPS Navigation, Bluetooth® Connectivity, Ride Stats, and More

RIDE COMMAND+ - "Via Bluetooth® Tethering with Account Sync, Connected Search and More *Requires cellular data. "

Gauge - Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, fuel gauge, compass, ambient temperature, Gear indicator

RIDE COMMAND - 4 in. Display Factory-Installed with GPS Navigation, Bluetooth® Connectivity, Ride Stats, and More

RIDE COMMAND+ - "Via Bluetooth® Tethering with Account Sync, Connected Search and More *Requires cellular data. "

Lighting
LED Headlight, LED Tail / Brake / Turn Signals
LED Headlight, LED Tail / Brake / Turn Signals

Engine

Engine
Thunderstroke 116
Thunderstroke 116
Cooling
Air
Air
Displacement
116 ci (1,890 cc)
116 ci (1,890 cc)
Bore x Stroke
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x 113 mm)
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
11.0:1
Gear Ratio

1st - 9.403 : 1

2nd - 6.411 : 1

3rd - 4.763 : 1

4th - 3.796 : 1

5th - 3.243 : 1

6th - 2.789 : 1

1st - 9.403 : 1

2nd - 6.411 : 1

3rd - 4.763 : 1

4th - 3.796 : 1

5th - 3.243 : 1

6th - 2.789 : 1

Fuel System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Exhaust
Dual with Crossover
Dual with Crossover
Ignition
Keyless
Keyless
Fuel Capacity
4.0 gal. (15.1 l)
4.0 gal. (15.1 l)
Peak Torque
120 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm
120 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm

Operational

Front Suspension

Telescopic Fork

Travel - 5.2 in. (132 mm)

Telescopic Fork

Travel - 5.2 in. (132 mm)

Rear Suspension

Dual Shocks with adjustable preload

Travel - 3.0 in. (75 mm)

Dual Shocks with adjustable preload

Travel - 3.0 in. (75 mm)

Rake
29°
29°
Trail
5.2 in. (132 mm)
5.2 in. (132 mm)
Fork
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm

Other

Additional Colors

Black Smoke

Ghost White Metallic Smoke

Moss Green

Black Smoke

Ghost White Metallic Smoke

Moss Green

Warranty
Factory - 2 Years, Unlimited Miles
Factory - 2 Years, Unlimited Miles

Features

Design

  • Forward Mount Foot Controls, Mini-Ape Handlebars, Nacelle and Large Headlight Bucket, Fork Covers, Shock Covers, 16 in Wire Spoke Wheels, Bobbed Fenders.

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 delivers performance with timeless style packing 120 ft-lbs of torque.
  • OLD SCHOOL BOBBER DESIGN: A welded steel tube frame, large headlight bucket with nacelle, and covered forks and rear shocks give a nod to traditional bobber style and deliver a visually striking experience.
  • RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS: Design detail meets modern function with the 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Experience effortless cruising with GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connection, and other ride-enhancing features. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+ connected technology, offering Account Sync and more.
  • RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES​: LED lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, rear cylinder deactivation, ABS, and Metzeler CruiseTec® tires that offer supreme traction come standard.
  • LOW SOLO SEAT: 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, offering you an authoritative riding position.​
  • RIDE MODES: Choose between three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.
  • MAKE CHIEF BOBBER DARK HORSE YOUR OWN: Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Chief Bobber Dark Horse your own.

Standard Equipment

  • ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB charge port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation.

Design

  • Forward Mount Foot Controls, Mini-Ape Handlebars, Nacelle and Large Headlight Bucket, Fork Covers, Shock Covers, 16 in Wire Spoke Wheels, Bobbed Fenders.

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 delivers performance with timeless style packing 120 ft-lbs of torque.
  • OLD SCHOOL BOBBER DESIGN: A welded steel tube frame, large headlight bucket with nacelle, and covered forks and rear shocks give a nod to traditional bobber style and deliver a visually striking experience.
  • RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS: Design detail meets modern function with the 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Experience effortless cruising with GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connection, and other ride-enhancing features. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+ connected technology, offering Account Sync and more.
  • RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES​: LED lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, rear cylinder deactivation, ABS, and Metzeler CruiseTec® tires that offer supreme traction come standard.
  • LOW SOLO SEAT: 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, offering you an authoritative riding position.​
  • RIDE MODES: Choose between three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.
  • MAKE CHIEF BOBBER DARK HORSE YOUR OWN: Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Chief Bobber Dark Horse your own.

Standard Equipment

  • ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB charge port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation.