The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 120 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears, giving you the power to leave everything – and everyone -in your exhaust.
| Features |
| Feature 1 Heading+A2A25:B38 | THUNDERSTROKE 116 |
| Feature 1 Copy | Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 120 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears. |
| Feature 2 Heading | STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN |
| Feature 2 Copy | Turn heads on every corner with simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender. |
| Feature 3 Heading | RIDE COMMAND |
| Feature 3 Copy | Design detail meets modern function with the industry-leading 4″ Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. Unlock GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, ride stats and more to elevateyour riding experience. Even better, unlock pre-installed RIDE COMMAND+ that offers Bike Locator, Bike Health and more so you can stay connected and informed. |
| Feature 4 Heading | RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE |
| Feature 4 Copy | With a low seat height, a solo saddle, and mid-mount foot pegs that keep your feet underneath you, the Chief gives every rider complete control to ride with confidence. |
| Feature 5 Heading | 19-INCH MACHINED CAST WHEEL |
| Feature 5 Copy | The 19-inch machined cast front wheel with ABS adds to the menacing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle. |
| Feature 9 Heading | RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES |
| Feature 9 Copy | Off the line, every Chief Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, and LED Lighting. These features provide convenience, safety, and performance, ensuring enjoyable rides for every rider. |
| Feature 10 Heading | RIDE MODES |
| Feature 10 Copy | Customize your riding experience with three ride modes – Tour, Standard, or Sport – for an experience that’s tailored to your riding style. |
| Specs |
| Engine and Drivetrain |
| Bore x Stroke | 4.063 in x 4.449 in (103.2 mm x 113 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Displacement | 116 cu in (1,890 cc) |
| Drive/Driven Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Electronic Fuel Injection System | Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore |
| Engine Type | Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 |
| Exhaust | Dual Exhaust w/ Crossover |
| Gear Ratio (1st) | 9.403 : 1 |
| Gear Ratio (2nd) | 6.411 : 1 |
| Gear Ratio (3rd) | 4.763 : 1 |
| Gear Ratio (4th) | 3.796 : 1 |
| Gear Ratio (5th) | 3.243 : 1 |
| Gear Ratio (6th) | 2.789 : 1 |
| Peak Torque | 120 ft-lbs |
| Peak Torque RPM | 2,900 rpm |
| Transmission/Final Drive | 2.2 : 1 |
| Transmission/Primary Drive | Gear Drive Wet Clutch |
| Dimensions |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.0 gal (15.1 L) |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in (125 mm) |
| GVWR | 1,160 lbs (526 kg) |
| Lean Angle | 28.5° |
| Overall Height | 49.3 in (1,253 mm) |
| Overall Length | 90 in (2,286 mm) |
| Overall Width | 36.3 in (922 mm) |
| Rake/Trail | 29° / 5.2 in (132 mm) |
| Seat Height | 26.0 in (662 mm) |
| Weight (As Shipped / Running Order) | 647 lbs (294 kg) / 670 lbs (304 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 64.0 in (1,626 mm) |
| Brakes |
| Front Brakes | Single / 300mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper |
| Rear Brakes | Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper |
| Tires/Wheels |
| Front Tires | Metzeler Cruisetec 130/60 B19 61H |
| Front Wheel | Machine Highlighted Cast Black 19″ x 3.5″ |
| Rear Tires | Metzeler Cruisetec 180/65 B16 81H |
| Rear Wheel | Machine Highlighted Cast Black 16″ x 5″ |
| Suspension |
| Front Fork Tube Diameter | 46 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork |
| Front Travel | 5.2 in (132 mm) |
| Rear Suspension | Dual Shocks w/adjustable preload |
| Rear Travel | 3.0 in (75 mm) |
| Features |
| Color / Graphics | Black Smoke, Blue Dusk, Sunset Red Smoke |
| Factory Warranty | 2 Years, Unlimited Miles |
| Gauges | Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Fuel Gauge, Compass, Ambient Temperature, Gear Indicator |
| Infotainment | A 4″ Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND with GPS Navigation, Customizable Gauge Screens, Bluetooth® Connectivity and More; Factory-Installed RIDE COMMAND+ Telecommunications Unit (TCU) for One-Year FREE with Live Weather and Traffic Overlay, Bike Health, Bike Locator, Intuitive Destination Search and More |
| Lights | LED Headlight, LED Tail/Brake/Turn Signals |
| Standard Equipment | ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB charge port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation |
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