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

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2026
2026
Model
Chief Dark Horse®
Chief Dark Horse®
Model Code
N26DMDBHBD
N26DMDBHBD
Color
Heavy Metal
Heavy Metal

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 - Machine Highlighted Cast Black 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - Machine Highlighted Cast Black 16 x 5 in.

Front - Machine Highlighted Cast Black 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - Machine Highlighted Cast Black 16 x 5 in.

Tires

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec® 130 / 60 B19 61H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec® 180 / 65 B16 81H

Front - Metzeler Cruisetec® 130 / 60 B19 61H

Rear - Metzeler Cruisetec® 180 / 65 B16 81H

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 90 in. (2,286 mm)
Overall - 90 in. (2,286 mm)
Height
Overall - 49.3 in. (1,253 mm)
Overall - 49.3 in. (1,253 mm)
Width
Overall - 36.3 in. (922 mm)
Overall - 36.3 in. (922 mm)
Weight

Dry - 647 lb. (294 kg)

Running Order - 670 lb. (304 kg)

GVWR - 1,160 lb. (526 kg)

Dry - 647 lb. (294 kg)

Running Order - 670 lb. (304 kg)

GVWR - 1,160 lb. (526 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

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 x113 mm)
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x113 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

Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate
Wet, Multi-Plate
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

Deep Blue Metallic

Heavy Metal

Black Smoke

Deep Blue Metallic

Heavy Metal

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

Features

Design

  • Blacked-Out Finishes, Mid Mount Foot Controls, Drag Handlebars, Slim Headlight Bucket, 19 in Machine Highlighted Cast Black Front Wheel, Exposed Rear Shocks, Bobbed Fenders.
  • Mid Mount Foot Controls, Drag Handlebars, Slim Headlight Bucket, 19 in Cast Black Front Wheel, Exposed Rear Shocks, Bobbed Fenders.

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 delivers performance with timeless style packing 120 ft-lbs of torque.
  • STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN: A simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premuim black finishes,.
  • 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.
  • 19-INCH CAST WHEEL: The 19-inch front wheel adds to the menancing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.
  • RIDE MODES: Choose between three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.
  • MAKE CHIEF YOUR OWN: Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Chief your own.

Standard Equipment

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

Design

  • Blacked-Out Finishes, Mid Mount Foot Controls, Drag Handlebars, Slim Headlight Bucket, 19 in Machine Highlighted Cast Black Front Wheel, Exposed Rear Shocks, Bobbed Fenders.
  • Mid Mount Foot Controls, Drag Handlebars, Slim Headlight Bucket, 19 in Cast Black Front Wheel, Exposed Rear Shocks, Bobbed Fenders.

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 delivers performance with timeless style packing 120 ft-lbs of torque.
  • STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN: A simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premuim black finishes,.
  • 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.
  • 19-INCH CAST WHEEL: The 19-inch front wheel adds to the menancing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.
  • RIDE MODES: Choose between three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.
  • MAKE CHIEF YOUR OWN: Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Chief your own.

Standard Equipment

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