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.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited: IN A CLASS OF ITSELF.
Reviewing 2025 Indian Chieftain Limited…
All the same features of the Chieftain Dark Horse in a class package of premium metallic paints and chrome finishes.
ENGINE 116 CU-IN
WEIGHT 820 LBS
SEAT HEIGHT 27 IN
PEAK TORQUE 2,900 RPM
TORQUE 126 FT-LBS
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
The 2025 Indian Chieftain Limited, Chieftain and Roadmaster models will introduce new paint color offerings, allowing riders a variety of options to meet their personal style preference.
Thoroughly modern and entirely capable, the Chieftain is comfortable, compact, and agile – ready to carve turns or take a three-day ride.
Streamlined fork-mounted fairing, crisp bodylines, and modern amenities provide everything you need in a modern day bagger.
TURN HEADS
Streamlined fork-mounted fairing and slammed saddlebags perfectly frame the legendary Thunderstroke engine. An open front fender with 19-inch 10-spoke cast alloy black wheels make a design statement that gets noticed.
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.
HIGH OUTPUT SPEAKERS
Hear every note with high-output speakers in the fairing that deliver crystal-clear audio. The dynamic equalizer automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise.
ENHANCE YOUR RIDE
Take advantage of tech that is bigger, bolder and better than ever. The 7″ Display powered by RIDE COMMAND elevates your ride with GPS navigation, cruis control, Bluetooth® connectivity and more.
SECURE STORAGE
The hard saddlebags are sturdy and nearly bottomless. Plus, there’s remote locking, so you can know your stuff is always safe.
SUPERB HANDLING
Whether you’re moving up from a cruiser or a big bike pro, the Chieftain’s cast aluminum frame, low seat, and ergonomic controls provide instant confidence.
PUSH-BUTTON POWER WINDSHIELD
With the push of a handlebar mounted button, this flare windshield will raise or lower to your preferred position.
A CHIEFTAIN FOR EVERYONE
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YESTERDAY
One of the original motorcycles at relaunch, and the first Indian Motorcycle of its kind, the Indian Chieftain maintains the legendary Indian Motorcycle styling, while taking this progressive machine to new heights with advanced features and premium comfort.
TODAY
Thoroughly modern and entirely capable, the Chieftain is comfortable, compact, and agile—ready to carve turns or take a three-day drive.
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
THUNDERSTROKE 116 V-TWIN
Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 126 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears.
STYLED WITH AN EDGE
Premium black or chrome finishes, a sleek fairing, 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.
HIGH-OUTPUT SPEAKERS
Hear every note with high-output speakers in the fairing that deliver up to 400-watts of crystal-clear audio. The dynamic equalizer automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise so you never miss a beat.
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 MODES
Choose between three ride modes, Rain, Standard, or 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.
FLARE™ WINDSHIELD
With the push of a handlebar-mounted button, this Flare™ Windshield will raise or lower to your preferred position for optimal airflow whether on highways or backroads.
RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES
The Chieftain models come standard with LED Lighting, keyless ignition, cruise control, power-locking saddlebags, ABS, and tire pressure monitoring. Providing convenience, safety, and performance while ensuring enjoyable rides for every rider.
SECURE STORAGE
Keep your cargo protected from the elements with 18+ gallons of weatherproof storage in power-locking saddlebags.
RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS
The 7″ Display powered by RIDE COMMAND elevates your ride with GPS navigation, cruise control, Bluetooth® connectivity and more. Even better, unlock pre-installed RIDE COMMAND+ that offers Bike Locator, Bike Health, Apple CarPlay® and more so you can stay connected and informed.
MAKE CHIEFTAIN YOUR OWN
Game-changing motorcycles deserve parts and accessories that are just as innovative. Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Chieftain your own.
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $29,749 to $30,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $37,249 to $38,849 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: from £ TBA GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
7 IN RIDE COMMAND INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Infotainment Bright, 7″ touchscreen display with glove-touch
compatibility and visibility in all conditions
GPS Navigation Turn-by-turn navigation with multi-pointe route
planning, preloaded points of interest, customizable
gauge screens, ride tracking and more
RIDE COMMAND+ Modem Connected services with Bike Health, Bike Locator, live
weather and traffic overlay, Apple CarPlay® and more
ENGINE: THUNDERSTROKE 116
Engine Type 49˚ V-Twin
Transmission 6-speed, constant mesh / foot shift
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp/hour, 310 CCA
Bore x Stroke 4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2 mm x 113 mm)
Charging System 42 amp max output
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Cooling System Air and Oil
Displacement 116 cu in / 1890 cc
Exhaust Split dual exhaust with crossover
Final Drive Belt drive, 152 tooth
Fuel Capacity 5.5 gal (20.8 ltr)
Fuel System Electronic fuel injection, closed loop/54 mm bore
Oil Capacity 6 qts (5.68 ltr)
Primary Drive Gear drive wet clutch
Peak Torque 126 ft-lbs at 2900 rpm (168 Nm at 2900 rpm)
SUSPENSION
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, 46 mm diameter, 4.7 in (119 mm) travel
Rear Suspension Single shock 4.5 in (114 mm) travel, air adjustable
CHASSIS
Weight (As Shipped) 789 lbs (358 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm)
GVWR 1,385 lbs (628 kg)
Length 98.7 in (2506 mm)
Rake/Trail 25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height 27 in (650 mm)
Wheelbase 65.7 in (1668 mm)
BRAKES
Brake System Type Individual front and rear control with ABS
Front Braking System Dual 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Rear Braking System Single 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
WHEELS & TIRES
Front Tire Metzeler® Cruisetec® 130/60 B19 66H
Front Wheel 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19″ x 3.5″ w/ TPMS
Rear Tire Metzeler® Cruisetec® 180/60 R16 80H
Rear Wheel 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16″ x 5.0″ w/ TPMS
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
7 IN RIDE COMMAND INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Infotainment Bright, 7″ touchscreen display with glove-touch
compatibility and visibility in all conditions
GPS Navigation Turn-by-turn navigation with multi-pointe route
planning, preloaded points of interest, customizable
gauge screens, ride tracking and more
RIDE COMMAND+ Modem Connected services with Bike Health, Bike Locator, live
weather and traffic overlay, Apple CarPlay® and more
ENGINE: THUNDERSTROKE 116
Engine Type 49˚ V-Twin
Transmission 6-speed, constant mesh / foot shift
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp/hour, 310 CCA
Bore x Stroke 4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2 mm x 113 mm)
Charging System 42 amp max output
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Cooling System Air and Oil
Displacement 116 cu in / 1890 cc
Exhaust Split dual exhaust with crossover
Final Drive Belt drive, 152 tooth
Fuel Capacity 5.5 gal (20.8 ltr)
Fuel System Electronic fuel injection, closed loop/54 mm bore
Oil Capacity 6 qts (5.68 ltr)
Primary Drive Gear drive wet clutch
Peak Torque 126 ft-lbs at 2900 rpm (168 Nm at 2900 rpm)
SUSPENSION
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, 46 mm diameter, 4.7 in (119 mm) travel
Rear Suspension Single shock 4.5 in (114 mm) travel, air adjustable
CHASSIS
Weight (As Shipped) 789 lbs (358 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm)
GVWR 1,385 lbs (628 kg)
Length 98.7 in (2506 mm)
Rake/Trail 25° / 5.9 in (150 mm)
Seat Height 27 in (650 mm)
Wheelbase 65.7 in (1668 mm)
BRAKES
Brake System Type Individual front and rear control with ABS
Front Braking System Dual 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Rear Braking System Single 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
WHEELS & TIRES
Front Tire Metzeler® Cruisetec® 130/60 B19 66H
Front Wheel 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 19″ x 3.5″ w/ TPMS
Rear Tire Metzeler® Cruisetec® 180/60 R16 80H
Rear Wheel 10-Spoke Contrast Cut 16″ x 5.0″ w/ TPMS
2025 Indian Chieftain Limited – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details
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