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Chieftain Elite vs Chieftain V-Twin vs Chieftain Dark Horse

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Indian Chieftain Elite
Ex-showroom

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

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Indian Chieftain V-Twin
Ex-showroom

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

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Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
Ex-showroom

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

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Value check

Start with price: Indian Chieftain Elite at ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556; Indian Chieftain V-Twin at ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556; Indian Chieftain Dark Horse at ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556.

Body style

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Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Starting Price

Indian Chieftain Elite

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556

Power

Indian Chieftain Elite

-

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

73 BHP @ 5075 rpm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

-

Torque

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

171 Nm @ 3000 rpm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

138.9 NM @ 2600 rpm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

171 Nm @ 3000 rpm

Mileage / Range

Indian Chieftain Elite

-

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

-

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse mileage is 16-18 kmpl (approximate).

Length

Indian Chieftain Elite

2506 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

2571 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

2506 mm

Width

Indian Chieftain Elite

1023 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

1000 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

1023 mm

Ground Clearance

Indian Chieftain Elite

650 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

140 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

130 mm

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Indian Chieftain Elite

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 103 technical specs across 6 categories with 39 highlighted differences.

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Other Features

27 differences in this category

Other Features
85 visible specs
27 differences

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Tachometer

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Analogue

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Analog

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Analogue

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

LED

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

LED

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Indian Chieftain Elite

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Indian Chieftain

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Telescopic Fork

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Telescopic Fork/119 mm - 46 mm Cartridge Forks With Dual Rate Springs

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Telescopic Fork

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

31°

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

31°

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Dry Weight

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

359 kg

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

376 kg

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

359 kg

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Graphite Smoke over Black Smoke with Bronze Chrome

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Springfield Blue Ivory Cream, Red Thunder Black, Thunder Black, Red Ivory Cream, Red

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Black Smoke, Ghost White Metallic Smoke / Graphics, Stealth Gray Azure w/ Graphics

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

6

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

6

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

6

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

130/60-B19 66H

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Dunlop Elite 3 130/90B16 73H

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

130/60-B19 66H

Cruise Control

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

114 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

114 mm

Speedometer

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Analogue

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Analog

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Analogue

Air Temperature Gauge

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

LED

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

LED

Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Wheel Type

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

10 Spoke Wheels

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

40 Spoke

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

10 Spoke Wheels

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

31°

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

31°

Stroke

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

113 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

113 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

113 mm

Primary drive

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Gear Drive Wet Clutch

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Gear Drive Wet Clutch

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Gear Drive Wet Clutch

Wheelbase

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

1668 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

1668 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

1668 mm

Service Reminder

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Clock

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Digital

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Digital

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Cruiser

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Touring

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Cruiser

ABS

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

119 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

119 mm

Cooling

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Air Cooled

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Liquid Cooling

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Air Cooled

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

2.2:1

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

2.2:1

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

2.2:1

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Maintenance Free

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Maintenance Free

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Maintenance Free

Rev-limiter Indicator

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

10 Spoke Contrast Cut 16" x 5"

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

16" X 5"

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

10 Spoke Contrast Cut 16" x 5"

USB Charging

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Bore

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

103.2 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

101 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

103.2 mm

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Cylinder Configuration

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Rear Cylinder Deactivation

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Rear Cylinder Deactivation

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

650 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

140 mm

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

130 mm

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Digital

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Digital

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Available

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Discontinued

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Available

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

LED

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

LED

Braking System

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Exhaust/Muffler

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Split Dual Exhaust with Cross-Over

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Split Dual Exhaust W/Cross Over

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Split Dual Exhaust with Cross-Over

Gear Ratios

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

1st - 9.403:1, 2nd - 6.411:1, 3rd - 4.763:1, 4th - 3.796:1, 5th - 3.243:1, 6th - 2.789:1

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Ist-9.403:1, 2nd-6.411:1, 3rd-4.763:1, 4th -3.796:1, 5th-3.243:1, 6th-2.789:1

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

1st - 9.403:1, 2nd - 6.411:1, 3rd - 4.763:1, 4th - 3.796:1, 5th - 3.243:1, 6th - 2.789:1

Gross Vehicle Weight

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

628 kg

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

630 kg

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

628 kg

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Harley Davidson Street Glide Special, Honda Gold Wing, BMW R18, Triumph Rocket 3, Ducati Xdiavel, Ducati Diavel 1260, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114, BMW K 1600 GTL

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Harley Davidson Street Glide Special, Honda Gold Wing, BMW R18, Triumph Rocket 3, Ducati Xdiavel, Ducati Diavel 1260, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114, BMW K 1600 GTL

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

10 Spoke Contrast Cut 19" x 3.5"

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

16 X 3.5"

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

10 Spoke Contrast Cut 19" x 3.5"

Genuine Leather Seats

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Vinyl Rogue Seat

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Vinyl Rogue Seat

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

11.0:1

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

9.5:1

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

11.0:1

Rake

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

25°

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

25°

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

25°

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Keyless Ignition

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Keyless Ignition

Trip Meter

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Digital

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Digital-2

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Digital

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Indian Chieftain Elite is expected to be priced around Rs 29.13 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Indian Chieftain price was Rs 32.33 lakh before being discontinued.

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse price is Rs 33.87 lakh (ex-showroom).

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

LED

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

LED

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Single Shock with Air Adjust

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Single Shock/114mm/Pneumatic Adjustment

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Single Shock with Air adjust

Clutch

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Wet, Multi-plate

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

373 kg

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

391 kg

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

373 kg

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

180/60-R16 80H

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Dunlop Elite 3 180/60R16 80H

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

180/60-R16 80H

Riding Modes

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Yes

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

2

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

2

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

2

Trail

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

150 mm

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

150

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

150 mm

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

BS6-Compliant

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

BS6-Compliant

LED Indicator Lights

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

15 LED Telltale

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Security System

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

New Look. Same Soul.

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Streamlined, Blacked-Out Style with Proven Performance.

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Chieftain is a premium cruiser that carries 1811cc, twin cylinder engine producing 138.9 Nm at just 2600 rpm. The use of six speed gearbox further clears the fact that it can cruise comfortably on highway speeds without the need of much throttle twist. Indian Chieftain is offered with 660.4 mm of comfortable seat height while its ground clearance of 140 mm makes it even better for rough roads. The motorcycle weighs over 400 kg in running order and offers 20.80 liters of fuel carrying capacity. It rivals Harley Davidson Road Glide Special in India.

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Low Oil Pressure Light

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Yes

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Not listed

Upper Fairing Storage

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

68+ litres

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

6.5 secs

Self Cancelling Indicators

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

Ride Modes

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Tour, Standard, and Sport Modes

Heated Grips

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Yes

On Road Price

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse on road price is Rs 38.99 lakh in Delhi, Rs 40.31 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 39.46 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 39.97 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Indian Motorcycle dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Throttle Bore

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

54 mm

Top Speed

Other Features

Same

Indian Chieftain Elite

Not listed

Indian Chieftain V-Twin

Not listed

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse top speed is 180 kmph (approximate).

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chieftain Elite vs Chieftain V-Twin vs Chieftain Dark Horse

Which is better among Indian Chieftain Elite, Indian Chieftain V-Twin and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Indian Chieftain Elite, Indian Chieftain V-Twin and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Indian Chieftain Elite, Indian Chieftain V-Twin and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse prices compare?

Based on the available data, Indian Chieftain Elite is listed with ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556, while Indian Chieftain V-Twin is listed with ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556, while Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is listed with ₹2,913,000 - ₹3,425,556. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Indian Chieftain Elite, Indian Chieftain V-Twin and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?

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Can I compare similar alternatives to Indian Chieftain Elite, Indian Chieftain V-Twin and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?

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