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2023 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain® Dark Horse®
2023 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain® Dark Horse®

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle
Model Year
2023
2023
Model
Chieftain® Dark Horse®
Chieftain® Dark Horse®
Model Code
N23TCDBBAH
N23TCDBBAH
Color
Black Smoke
Black Smoke

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Dual 300 mm floating rotors with 4-piston calipers

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

ABS

Front - Dual 300 mm floating rotors with 4-piston calipers

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

ABS

Wheels

Front - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16 x 5 in.

Front - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19 x 3.5 in.

Rear - 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 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 - 98.7 in. (2,506 mm)
Overall - 98.7 in. (2,506 mm)
Height
Overall - 51.6 in. (1,310 mm)
Overall - 51.6 in. (1,310 mm)
Width
Overall - 40.3 in. (1,023 mm)
Overall - 40.3 in. (1,023 mm)
Weight

As Shipped - 791 lb. (359 kg)

Running Order - 823 lb. (373 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

As Shipped - 791 lb. (359 kg)

Running Order - 823 lb. (373 kg)

GVWR - 1,385 lb. (628 kg)

Ground Clearance

5.1 in. (130 mm)

Lean Angle - 31°

5.1 in. (130 mm)

Lean Angle - 31°

Wheelbase
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
65.7 in. (1,668 mm)
Seat Height
25.6 in. (650 mm)
25.6 in. (650 mm)

Drivetrain

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

Electrical

Instrumentation

Gauges - Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear.

Gauges - Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring analog speedometer and tachometer with fuel gauge, range, odometer and current gear.

Lighting
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal
LED Headlamp / Tail / Brake / Turn Signal

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 x 113 mm)
4.063 x 4.449 in. (103.2 x 113 mm)
Compression Ratio
11:1
11:1
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, Assist
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Fuel System
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Exhaust
Split Dual with Cross-over
Split Dual with Cross-over
Fuel Capacity
5.5 gal. (20.8 l)
5.5 gal. (20.8 l)
Peak Torque
126 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm
126 ft. lb. @ 2,900 rpm

Operational

Front Suspension

Telescopic fork

Travel - 4.7 in. (119 mm)

Telescopic fork

Travel - 4.7 in. (119 mm)

Rear Suspension

Single Shock with Air adjust

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Single Shock with Air adjust

Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Rake
25°
25°
Trail
5.9 in. (150 mm)
5.9 in. (150 mm)
Fork
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm
Front Tube Diameter - 46 mm

Other

Additional Colors

Black Smoke

Quartz Gray

Ruby Smoke

Sagebrush Smoke

Black Smoke

Quartz Gray

Ruby Smoke

Sagebrush Smoke

Includes

Infotainment - 7 in. display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Model year 2023 bikes include a complimentary 1-year trial of RIDE COMMAND+ (after which, fees apply) which includes features like live weather / traffic and intuitive destination search,. Touchscreen display includes real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; and vehicle trouble code readout.

Infotainment - 7 in. display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Model year 2023 bikes include a complimentary 1-year trial of RIDE COMMAND+ (after which, fees apply) which includes features like live weather / traffic and intuitive destination search,. Touchscreen display includes real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and headset; vehicle status (voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; and vehicle trouble code readout.

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

Features

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE 111 V-TWIN ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 engine produces 126 ft-lbs of torque for exceptional power at low RPM and a smooth ride at any speed.
  • STYLED WITH AN EDGE. MODERN AND MEAN.: Blacked-out finishes, a sleek fairing, slammed saddlebags, and gunfighter style seat deliver a streamlined, commanding presence. A lowered stance and LED lighting from nose to tail complete the custom-inspired look.
  • TOUCHSCREEN POWERED BY RIDE COMMAND: A gorgeous 7-inch touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND features Apple CarPlay® integration, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, live traffic and weather, and more.
  • BEATS FOR THE STREETS: Hear every note with high-output speakers in the fairing that deliver 100-watts of crystal-clear audio. The dynamic equalizer automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise.
  • AGILE HANDLING AND CONTROL: Low seat height, ergonomically-designed controls, and a lightweight cast aluminum frame come together for responsive handling and agile cornering - providing a confidence inspiring ride for riders across the board.
  • RIDE IN COMFORT, YOUR WAY: Choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard, and Sport, for an experience that's customized to your riding style. Rear Cylinder Deactivation automatically shuts off the rear cylinder when the bike is stopped for enhanced comfort in slow-moving traffic.
  • PUSH-BUTTON POWER WINDSHIELD: With the push of a handlebar-mounted button, the windshield will raise or lower to your preferred position.
  • FEATURES FOR THE WIN: The Chieftain Dark Horse comes standard with LED Lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, power-locking saddlebags, ABS and tire pressure monitoring.
  • 18+ GALLONS OF CARGO SPACE: Keep your cargo protected from the elements with 18+ gallons of weatherproof storage in power-locking.

Standard Equipment

  • 7 in. Touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation and Apple CarPlay integration; Power Windshield; Highway Bars; Vinyl Gunfighter Style Seat; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; ABS; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition; 100 Watt Audio System with AM / FM, Bluetooth, USB, Smartphone Compatible Input, and Weatherband; 12V Charging Port

Features

  • THUNDERSTROKE 111 V-TWIN ENGINE: The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 engine produces 126 ft-lbs of torque for exceptional power at low RPM and a smooth ride at any speed.
  • STYLED WITH AN EDGE. MODERN AND MEAN.: Blacked-out finishes, a sleek fairing, slammed saddlebags, and gunfighter style seat deliver a streamlined, commanding presence. A lowered stance and LED lighting from nose to tail complete the custom-inspired look.
  • TOUCHSCREEN POWERED BY RIDE COMMAND: A gorgeous 7-inch touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND features Apple CarPlay® integration, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, live traffic and weather, and more.
  • BEATS FOR THE STREETS: Hear every note with high-output speakers in the fairing that deliver 100-watts of crystal-clear audio. The dynamic equalizer automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise.
  • AGILE HANDLING AND CONTROL: Low seat height, ergonomically-designed controls, and a lightweight cast aluminum frame come together for responsive handling and agile cornering - providing a confidence inspiring ride for riders across the board.
  • RIDE IN COMFORT, YOUR WAY: Choose between three ride modes, Tour, Standard, and Sport, for an experience that's customized to your riding style. Rear Cylinder Deactivation automatically shuts off the rear cylinder when the bike is stopped for enhanced comfort in slow-moving traffic.
  • PUSH-BUTTON POWER WINDSHIELD: With the push of a handlebar-mounted button, the windshield will raise or lower to your preferred position.
  • FEATURES FOR THE WIN: The Chieftain Dark Horse comes standard with LED Lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, power-locking saddlebags, ABS and tire pressure monitoring.
  • 18+ GALLONS OF CARGO SPACE: Keep your cargo protected from the elements with 18+ gallons of weatherproof storage in power-locking.

Standard Equipment

  • 7 in. Touchscreen powered by RIDE COMMAND with Navigation and Apple CarPlay integration; Power Windshield; Highway Bars; Vinyl Gunfighter Style Seat; Tire Pressure Monitoring; Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags; Selectable Ride Modes; Rear Cylinder Deactivation; ABS; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition; 100 Watt Audio System with AM / FM, Bluetooth, USB, Smartphone Compatible Input, and Weatherband; 12V Charging Port