2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse Review

2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
The Indian Springfield Dark Horse comes loaded with ride-enhancing features like tire pressure monitoring, cruise control, and keyless ignition to elevate your riding experience to a whole new level.
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2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse: FISTS IN THE WIND.

Reviewing 2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse…

Inspired by the look of custom bikes, the Springfield Dark Horse keeps your fists in the wind and eyes on you.

ENGINE 116 cu-in
PEAK TORQUE 2,900 RPM
WEIGHT 776 LBS
TORQUE 126 FT-LBS
SEAT HEIGHT 26.5 IN

 

 

2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

The 2025 Indian Springfield, Chieftain and Roadmaster models will introduce new paint color offerings, allowing riders a variety of options to meet their personal style preference.

AIR-COOLED V-TWIN
This award winning Thunderstroke power plant delivers exceptional torque with three ride modes – Tour, Standard, and Sport. Give your bike the feel that’s right for you.

CLASSIC AMERICAN STYLING
Whether you choose to cover the bike in chrome or black out the finishes, the Indian Springfield has roots tracing back to the first ever motorcycles produced by America’s first motorcycle company.

SUPERIOR HANDLING
With the Indian Springfield’s cast aluminum frame, low seat height, and ergonomic controls, riders will be instantly comfortable – and inspired.

SECURE STORAGE
The hard saddlebags are sturdy and nearly bottomless. Plus there’s remote locking, so you know your stuff is always safe.

BUILT FOR THE BOLD
The Indian Springfield embraces the legacy of America’s first motorcycle company.

CUSTOMIZABLE RIDE
Choose between three ride modes – Tour, Standard, or Sport for an experience that’s customized to your riding style.

 

 

 

 

2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

THUNDERSTROKE 116 V-TWIN ENGINE
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.

CUSTOM STYLE
Inspired by the look of custom bikes, an open front fender exposes the 19-inch 10-spoke contrast-cut front wheel, with the iconic Indian Motorcycle headdress leading the way. Exacting attention to detail with premium matte finishes front-to-back make a bold statement and mean no compromises.

MID-RISE HANDLEBARS
Adding custom style to the bike, the mid-rise handlebars come standard for a relaxed reach that feels great on the road.

RIDE MODES
Choose between three ride modes – Tour, 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 more comfort in slow-moving traffic.

SECURE STORAGE
Remote-locking hard saddlebags provide secure storage for weekend getaways, allowing you to ride without worry. Combined with mid-rise handlebars create a menacing profile.​

RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES​
The Indian Springfield Dark Horse comes loaded with ride-enhancing features like tire pressure monitoring, cruise control, and keyless ignition to elevate your riding experience to a whole new level.

MAKE INDIAN SPRINGFIELD DARK HORSE YOUR OWN
Game-changing motorcycles deserve parts and accessories that are just as innovative. Explore countless style, comfort and performance options to make Indian Springfield Dark Horse your own.

 

 

 

 

 

2025 Indian Springfield Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $24,999 to $25,499 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $25,499 to $31,249 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: from £ TBA GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

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, assist
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Cooling System Air
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) 753 lbs (342 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm)
GVWR 1385 lbs (628kg)
Length 99.3 in (2522 mm)
Rake/Trail 25° / 5.2 in (133 mm)
Seat Height 26.5 in (673 mm)
Wheelbase 67 in (1701 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 Springfield Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

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, assist
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Cooling System Air
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) 753 lbs (342 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm)
GVWR 1385 lbs (628kg)
Length 99.3 in (2522 mm)
Rake/Trail 25° / 5.2 in (133 mm)
Seat Height 26.5 in (673 mm)
Wheelbase 67 in (1701 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 Springfield Dark Horse – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details

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