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2025 Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse® in Hollister, California
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2025 Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse®
2025 Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse® in Hollister, California
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2025 Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse®

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2025
2025
Model
Chief Dark Horse®
Chief Dark Horse®
Model Code
N25DMDBHBK
N25DMDBHBK
Color
Sunset Red Smoke
Sunset Red 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 - 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

As Shipped - 647 lb. (294 kg)

Running Order - 670 lb. (304 kg)

GVWR - 1,160 lb. (522 kg)

As Shipped - 647 lb. (294 kg)

Running Order - 670 lb. (304 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 in. (1,626 mm)
64 in. (1,626 mm)
Seat Height
26 in. (662 mm)
26 in. (662 mm)

Drivetrain

Primary Drive
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Final Drive
2.2 : 1
2.2 : 1

Electrical

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment - A 4 in. Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND with GPS Navigation, Customizable Gauge Screens, Bluetooth® Connectivity and More; Factory-Installed RIDE COMMAND+ Telecommunications Unit (TCU) for One-Year FREE with Live Weather and Traffic Overlay, Bike Health, Bike Locator, Intuitive Destination Search and More

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

Infotainment - A 4 in. Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND with GPS Navigation, Customizable Gauge Screens, Bluetooth® Connectivity and More; Factory-Installed RIDE COMMAND+ Telecommunications Unit (TCU) for One-Year FREE with Live Weather and Traffic Overlay, Bike Health, Bike Locator, Intuitive Destination Search and More

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
1,890 cc (116 ci)
1,890 cc (116 ci)
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 gal. (15.1 l)
4 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 in. (75 mm)

Dual Shocks with adjustable preload

Travel - 3 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

Blue Dusk

Sunset Red Smoke

Black Smoke

Blue Dusk

Sunset Red Smoke

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

Features

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE 116: Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 120 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears.
  • STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN: Turn heads on every corner with simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.
  • RIDE COMMAND: Design detail meets modern function with the industry-leading 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Unlock GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, ride stats and more to elevateyour riding experience. Even better, unlock pre-installed RIDE COMMAND+ that offers Bike Locator, Bike Health and more so you can stay connected and informed.
  • RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE​: With a low seat height, a solo saddle, and mid-mount foot pegs that keep your feet underneath you, the Chief gives every rider complete control to ride with confidence.​
  • 19-INCH MACHINED CAST WHEEL: The 19-inch machined cast front wheel with ABS adds to the menacing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.
  • RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES: Off the line, every Chief Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, LED Lighting and super-sticky Pirelli® Night Dragon tires. These features provide convenience, safety, and performance, ensuring enjoyable rides for every rider.​
  • RIDE MODES: Customize your riding experience with three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.

Standard Equipment

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

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE 116: Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 120 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears.
  • STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN: Turn heads on every corner with simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.
  • RIDE COMMAND: Design detail meets modern function with the industry-leading 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Unlock GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, ride stats and more to elevateyour riding experience. Even better, unlock pre-installed RIDE COMMAND+ that offers Bike Locator, Bike Health and more so you can stay connected and informed.
  • RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE​: With a low seat height, a solo saddle, and mid-mount foot pegs that keep your feet underneath you, the Chief gives every rider complete control to ride with confidence.​
  • 19-INCH MACHINED CAST WHEEL: The 19-inch machined cast front wheel with ABS adds to the menacing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.
  • RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES: Off the line, every Chief Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, LED Lighting and super-sticky Pirelli® Night Dragon tires. These features provide convenience, safety, and performance, ensuring enjoyable rides for every rider.​
  • RIDE MODES: Customize your riding experience with three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.

Standard Equipment

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