What category is the 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Indian Chief Dark Horse
Year	2014
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Two into one Stainless Steel
Transmission type,final drive	Belt
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel system	Injection. Closed Loop Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Bore x stroke	101.6 x 108.0 mm (4.0 x 4.3 inches)
Compression	9.0:1
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1720.75 ccm (105.00 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Wire spoked
Rear brakes	Single disc. Floating disc.
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs.
Rear tyre dimensions	150/80-16
Front tyre dimensions	130/90-16
Rear suspension	Single shock/Travel 2.90
Front suspension	Dia. 41 mm/Travel 4.25
Rake (fork angle)	34.0°
Frame type	High tensile steel
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,646 mm (64.8 inches)
Overall length	2,553 mm (100.5 inches)
Seat height	692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight	338.4 kg (746.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Thunder Black Smoke w/colored head dress
Factory warranty	2 years
Seat	Solo seat
Electrical	42 Amps charging
Light	Tear drop head lamp, spot lights, fender light
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track15%

City50%

Cornering45%

Daily Riding65%

Touring68%

Passenger60%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with some experience handling big, heavy cruisers at low speed and in traffic.
Purpose	Built for relaxed open-road cruising and boulevard presence rather than outright speed or sharp handling.
Rider Fit	A low seat height makes it approachable, but its substantial weight and torque demand a confident, physically capable rider at stops and in tight maneuvers.
Character	A stripped-down, blacked-out muscle cruiser that trades on brawny low-end torque, classic V-twin rumble, and imposing style over agility.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or lightweight commuter practicality.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 692mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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