2025 Indian Motorcycle Challenger® Elite
2025 Indian Motorcycle Challenger® Elite

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2025
2025
Model
Challenger® Elite
Challenger® Elite
Model Code
N25LCESSBE
N25LCESSBE
Color
White Crystal with Black Candy / Red Candy / Gloss Black
White Crystal with Black Candy / Red Candy / Gloss Black

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Brembo® Calipers, Dual Semi-Floating Rotors - 320 x 5.0 mm

Rear - Single Floating Rotor - 298 x 7.0 mm

ABS

Front - Brembo® Calipers, Dual Semi-Floating Rotors - 320 x 5.0 mm

Rear - Single Floating Rotor - 298 x 7.0 mm

ABS

Wheels

Front - 5-Spoke Machined Cast 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 5-Spoke Machined Cast 16 x 5 in.

Front - 5-Spoke Machined Cast 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 5-Spoke Machined Cast 16 x 5 in.

Tires

Front - Metzeler® Cruisetec® 130 / 60B19 66H

Rear - Metzeler® Cruisetec® 180 / 60R16 80H

Front - Metzeler® Cruisetec® 130 / 60B19 66H

Rear - Metzeler® Cruisetec® 180 / 60R16 80H

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 98.5 in. (2,503 mm)
Overall - 98.5 in. (2,503 mm)
Height
Overall - 48.7 in. (1,237 mm)
Overall - 48.7 in. (1,237 mm)
Width
Overall - 41.9 in. (1,063 mm)
Overall - 41.9 in. (1,063 mm)
Weight

As shipped - 828 lb. (376 kg)

Running order - 864 lb. (392 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

As shipped - 828 lb. (376 kg)

Running order - 864 lb. (392 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

Ground Clearance

5.4 in. (137 mm)

Lean angle - 31°

5.4 in. (137 mm)

Lean angle - 31°

Wheelbase
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
Seat Height
26.5 in. (672 mm)
26.5 in. (672 mm)

Drivetrain

Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Final Drive
2.379:1
2.379:1

Electrical

Instrumentation

Gauges - Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators - cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation

Infotainment - A 7 in. Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND with Customizable Gauge Screens, Bluetooth® Connectivity, AM/FM Radio, Selectable Ride Modes, and More, Factory-Installed RIDE COMMAND+ Telecommunications Unit (TCU) for One-Year FREE Provides Turn-by-Turn GPS Navigation, Live Weather and Traffic Overlays, Apple CarPlay®, Bike Health, Bike Locator, Intuitive Destination Search, and More

Audio - Includes 2 100W fairing speakers, 2 - 100W saddlebag speakers. 400W total

Gauges - Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear. 15 LED telltale indicators - cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation

Infotainment - A 7 in. Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND with Customizable Gauge Screens, Bluetooth® Connectivity, AM/FM Radio, Selectable Ride Modes, and More, Factory-Installed RIDE COMMAND+ Telecommunications Unit (TCU) for One-Year FREE Provides Turn-by-Turn GPS Navigation, Live Weather and Traffic Overlays, Apple CarPlay®, Bike Health, Bike Locator, Intuitive Destination Search, and More

Audio - Includes 2 100W fairing speakers, 2 - 100W saddlebag speakers. 400W total

Lighting
LED headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn signal, Saddlebag accent lights
LED headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn signal, Saddlebag accent lights

Engine

Engine
PowerPlus
PowerPlus
Cooling
Liquid
Liquid
Horsepower
126 hp
126 hp
Displacement
1,834 cc (112 ci)
1,834 cc (112 ci)
Bore x Stroke
4.33 x 3.80 in. (110 x 96.5 mm)
4.33 x 3.80 in. (110 x 96.5 mm)
Compression Ratio
11.4:1
11.4:1
Gear Ratio

1st - 10.169:1

2nd - 6.933:1

3rd - 5.151:1

4th - 4.105:1

5th - 3.508:1

6th - 3.017:1

1st - 10.169:1

2nd - 6.933:1

3rd - 5.151:1

4th - 4.105:1

5th - 3.508:1

6th - 3.017:1

Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Fuel System
Closed loop fuel Injection / 52 mm dual bore
Closed loop fuel Injection / 52 mm dual bore
Exhaust
Split with Resonator
Split with Resonator
Fuel Capacity
6.0 gal. (22.7 l)
6.0 gal. (22.7 l)
Peak Torque
133 ft. lb. @ 3,600 rpm
133 ft. lb. @ 3,600 rpm

Operational

Front Suspension

Inverted Telescopic Fork

Travel - 5.1 in. (130 mm)

Inverted Telescopic Fork

Travel - 5.1 in. (130 mm)

Rear Suspension

Single Shock with E- Preload Adjustment

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Single Shock with E- Preload Adjustment

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Rake
25°
25°
Trail
5.9 in. (150 mm)
5.9 in. (150 mm)
Fork
Front Tube Diameter - 43 mm
Front Tube Diameter - 43 mm

Other

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

Features

Features

  • THE ULTIMATE IN DISTINCTIVE AMERICAN STYLE.: The ultimate performance bagger grabs attention with showstopping paint and nods to the performance heritage of Indian Motorcycle. The Indian Challenger Elite wears a tri-tone paint scheme, with premium Black Candy and Red Candy finishes over Crystal White Pearl Satin paint, highlighted with shattered glass particles to add brilliance and depth. The multi-layered paint job is completed with an Indian Motorcycle Headdress logo pattern over a hand-painted fade. Each one takes over 24 hours to complete.
  • TRULY EXCLUSIVE. TRULY ELITE.: With only 350 available worldwide, it's crafted to be the ultimate in style and exclusivity. If you value distinctive American style that gets noticed and crave an exhilarating ride where unmatched raw power, capability and technology means the miles fly by, then Indian Challenger Elite is the bike for you.
  • ALABAMA FLASH: In 1920, Gene “Alabama Flash” Walker set a land-speed record on his PowerPlus while racing for the Indian Motorcycle Racing Team. At the time he was considered for the “fastest man alive." Each Indian Challenger Elite has an individually numbered center console with an image of Gene Walker’s PowerPlus racer.
  • COLOR-MATCHED 2-UP SEAT: Details matter, and color matched stitching adds to the premium styling and luxury.
  • POWERPLUS 112 ENGINE: The PowerPlus 112 cu-in engine makes 126 hp and 133 ft-lbs of torque straight from the factory. That same engine won the 2024 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Championship.
  • RIDER CENTRIC TECHNOLOGY: Experience improved awareness on every ride with breakthrough advancements. The Indian Challenger Elite comes standard with Blind Spot Warning, Rear Collision Warning Lights, Bike Hold Control, Electronically Linked Brakes, and Tailgate Warning.
  • PREMIUM COMPONENTRY: High performance capability dictates a purposeful style. Inverted performance forks and dual radial Brembo® brakes are prominently visible and a signature feature of Indian Challenger Elite. They’re designed to turn power into great handling and confident stopping.
  • PATHFINDER ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT: The Pathfinder Adaptive LED Headlight, Driving Lights, and Pathfinder Auxiliary LED Saddlebag Lights provide enhanced visibility and more eye-catching style on the road.
  • ADJUSTABLE WINDSHIELD: Manage airflow at the touch of a button to ride in comfort for longer. Instantly raise or lower the electronically adjustable Flare® Windshield to your preferred position with the push of a handlebar-mounted button.
  • ADVANCED FEATURES: Indian Challenger Elite comes standard with keyless ignition, remote-locking hard saddlebags, cruise control, and a USB charging port, providing convenience and security on every ride.
  • POWERBAND AUDIO: The PowerBand system features four 100 watt speakers for a total of 400 watts with a dynamic equalizer for an immersive experience, so no matter the riding conditions, you can hear your music.
  • RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS: Integrated into the dash, the 7" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND offers, Bluetooth® connection and ride enhancing features for effortless cruising. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+, turn-by-turn navigation, offering Apple CarPlay®, Bike Health, Bike Locator and more.

Rider Assist Features

  • SMARTLEAN TECHNOLOGY: 6-axis Bosch IMU provides Lean sensitive traction control & ABS, Drag Torque Control.
  • RIDER ASSIST PACKAGE: Blind Spot Warning, Rear Collision Warning Lights, Bike Hold Control, Electronically Linked Brakes, and Tailgate Warning.

Standard Equipment

  • Remote Locking Hard Saddlebags, Power Adjustable Windshield, 18+ Gallons of Storage, Keyless Ignition, Adjustable Fairing Vents, USB Charger, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Headress Floorboards for rider and passenger, Titanium color-matched stitched seat, Tinted Flare™ Windscreen, Backlit switch cubes.

Features

  • THE ULTIMATE IN DISTINCTIVE AMERICAN STYLE.: The ultimate performance bagger grabs attention with showstopping paint and nods to the performance heritage of Indian Motorcycle. The Indian Challenger Elite wears a tri-tone paint scheme, with premium Black Candy and Red Candy finishes over Crystal White Pearl Satin paint, highlighted with shattered glass particles to add brilliance and depth. The multi-layered paint job is completed with an Indian Motorcycle Headdress logo pattern over a hand-painted fade. Each one takes over 24 hours to complete.
  • TRULY EXCLUSIVE. TRULY ELITE.: With only 350 available worldwide, it's crafted to be the ultimate in style and exclusivity. If you value distinctive American style that gets noticed and crave an exhilarating ride where unmatched raw power, capability and technology means the miles fly by, then Indian Challenger Elite is the bike for you.
  • ALABAMA FLASH: In 1920, Gene “Alabama Flash” Walker set a land-speed record on his PowerPlus while racing for the Indian Motorcycle Racing Team. At the time he was considered for the “fastest man alive." Each Indian Challenger Elite has an individually numbered center console with an image of Gene Walker’s PowerPlus racer.
  • COLOR-MATCHED 2-UP SEAT: Details matter, and color matched stitching adds to the premium styling and luxury.
  • POWERPLUS 112 ENGINE: The PowerPlus 112 cu-in engine makes 126 hp and 133 ft-lbs of torque straight from the factory. That same engine won the 2024 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Championship.
  • RIDER CENTRIC TECHNOLOGY: Experience improved awareness on every ride with breakthrough advancements. The Indian Challenger Elite comes standard with Blind Spot Warning, Rear Collision Warning Lights, Bike Hold Control, Electronically Linked Brakes, and Tailgate Warning.
  • PREMIUM COMPONENTRY: High performance capability dictates a purposeful style. Inverted performance forks and dual radial Brembo® brakes are prominently visible and a signature feature of Indian Challenger Elite. They’re designed to turn power into great handling and confident stopping.
  • PATHFINDER ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT: The Pathfinder Adaptive LED Headlight, Driving Lights, and Pathfinder Auxiliary LED Saddlebag Lights provide enhanced visibility and more eye-catching style on the road.
  • ADJUSTABLE WINDSHIELD: Manage airflow at the touch of a button to ride in comfort for longer. Instantly raise or lower the electronically adjustable Flare® Windshield to your preferred position with the push of a handlebar-mounted button.
  • ADVANCED FEATURES: Indian Challenger Elite comes standard with keyless ignition, remote-locking hard saddlebags, cruise control, and a USB charging port, providing convenience and security on every ride.
  • POWERBAND AUDIO: The PowerBand system features four 100 watt speakers for a total of 400 watts with a dynamic equalizer for an immersive experience, so no matter the riding conditions, you can hear your music.
  • RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS: Integrated into the dash, the 7" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND offers, Bluetooth® connection and ride enhancing features for effortless cruising. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+, turn-by-turn navigation, offering Apple CarPlay®, Bike Health, Bike Locator and more.

Rider Assist Features

  • SMARTLEAN TECHNOLOGY: 6-axis Bosch IMU provides Lean sensitive traction control & ABS, Drag Torque Control.
  • RIDER ASSIST PACKAGE: Blind Spot Warning, Rear Collision Warning Lights, Bike Hold Control, Electronically Linked Brakes, and Tailgate Warning.

Standard Equipment

  • Remote Locking Hard Saddlebags, Power Adjustable Windshield, 18+ Gallons of Storage, Keyless Ignition, Adjustable Fairing Vents, USB Charger, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Headress Floorboards for rider and passenger, Titanium color-matched stitched seat, Tinted Flare™ Windscreen, Backlit switch cubes.