"In touch with its past, but far ahead of its time. This powerful, versatile, next-generation bagger treats riders to a hint of tradition and a strong dose of distinctive attitude. For 2016, Indian Motorcycle returns with its award-winning lineup of Indian Chief models delivering the power, handling, unmatched engineering and stunning beauty of the industry’s hottest heavyweight cruisers. Powered by the proven Thunder Stroke 111 engine and covered in premium chrome, the Indian Chief family delivers the impeccable styling and sophisticated performance of the Chief Classic; the classic looks, beautiful fringed leather saddle bags and paint schemes of the Chief Vintage, and the cruising comfort and exceptional handling of the Indian Chieftain hard bagger. Continuing its tradition of stunning colors and head-turning two-tone paint palettes, the 2016 Indian Chief lineup, starting at $17,699, offers gorgeous new color options that include: – Indian Chief Classic: Pearl White – Indian Chief Vintage: Star Silver & Thunder Black – Indian Chieftain: Silver Smoke, Indian Motorcycle Red & Ivory Cream, Star Silver & Thunder Black. The 2016 Indian Chieftain is in touch with its past, but far ahead of its time. It’s the first Indian Motorcycle ever with a hard fairing, hard saddlebags and unprecedented new comfort and convenience features. It’s like no Indian Motorcycle ever seen before, yet its style makes clear it has the DNA of a legendary Indian Motorcycle. Built to go your own way, this hard-bagger rides a lane apart. A rolling testament to American ingenuity. The first faired, hard bagger Indian motorcycle is a stunning bike. Cruise around town. Roar down the freeway with the music blasting. Take a long trip across state lines. Then put down the side stand, take a step back and look at one of the most striking motorcycles ever made.
Engine: Thunder Stroke 111, Displacement: 111 cu in / 1811 cc, Bore x Stroke: 3.976 x 4.449 in, Compression Ratio: 9.5:1, Torque: 119.2 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm, Fuel System: Electronic fuel injection, closed loop/54 mm bore, Exhaust: Split dual exhaust with crossover, Final Drive: Belt drive, 152 tooth, Transmission: 6-speed/constant mesh/foot shift, Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, Cooling System: Air / Oil, Battery: 12 volts / 18 amp/hour, 310 CCA, Charging System: 42 amp max output, 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, Frame: Aluminium, Ground Clearance: 5.6 in / 142 mm, Dry Weight: 803 lbs / 364 kg, GVWR: 1,385 lbs / 630 kg, Length: 101.2 in / 2571 mm, Width: 39.4 in / 1000 mm, Height: 54.6 in / 1388 mm, Seat Height: 26 in / 660 mm, Wheelbase: 65.7 in / 1668 mm, Rake/Trail: 25° / 5.9 in / 150 mm, Front Brakes: Dual 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers, Rear Brakes: Single 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper, Front Tire: Dunlop Elite 3, 130/90B16 73H, Rear Tire: Dunlop Elite 3 180/60R16 80H, Front Wheel: Cast 16? x 3.5?, Rear Wheel: Cast 16? x 5.0?, Color: Thunder Black Smoke, MSRP: $21,999 US, Standard Equipment: ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Driving Lights; Highway Bar; Keyless Start; Power Windshield; Desert Tan Genuine Leather Seats; Remote Locking Hard Saddle Bags; Tire Pressure Monitoring; 100 Watt Stereo with AM/FM Bluetooth