What category is the 2021 Indian Chief Dark Horse?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Indian Chief Dark Horse
Year	2021

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Split dual exhaust with cross-over
Clutch	Gear Drive Wet Clutch
Transmission type	Belt (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel system	Injection. Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore
Bore x Stroke	101.0 x 113.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Torque	161.4 Nm (16.5 kgf-m or 119.0 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Engine details	Thunder StrokeÂ® 111 engine, blacked out
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1819.1 ccm (111.00 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Seat	Solo vinyl seat with passenger pillion
Wheels	Cast aluminum wheels. Dunlop Elite tires.
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating disc.
Diameter	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Floating discs.
Rear tire	180/65-B16
Front tire	130/90-B16
Rear wheel travel	94 mm (3.7 inches)
Rear Suspension	Single shock
Front wheel travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Trail	133 mm (5.2 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.0°
Frame type	Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	20.80 litres (5.50 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1701 mm (67.0 inches)
Ground clearance	142 mm (5.6 inches)
Overall width	1000 mm (39.4 inches)
Overall length	2583 mm (101.7 inches)
Overall height	1176 mm (46.3 inches)
Seat height	660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	348.0 kg (767.2 pounds)
Dry weight	334.0 kg (736.3 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Keyless starting. Cruise Control.
Factory warranty	24 months
Light	Tear drop head lamp, spot lights, fender light
Instruments	Tank mounted electronic speedometer with odometer
Starter	Electric
Color options	Thunder Black Smoke

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.

Rider Fit Visualizer

2021 Indian Chief Dark Horse Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 660mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2021 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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