Indian Chief Dark Horse: The Black Smoked Motorcycle (Review)

A new legendary member has recently joined the Indian Motorcycle family. Indian Chief Dark Horse, another celebrity in the Indian Chief Model range. The firm has organized the Dark Horse Challenge to launch the newcomer. The launching event took place on 13th February, 2015 at the Downtown, Chicago, United States. As per our expectations, the Indian Chief Dark Horse is a real state-of-the-art motorcycle, or in other words, an unmistakable product designed by Indian Motorcycle, as usual. The comeback of the renowned motorcycle has created a jangle in the global market. Definitely, we were expecting to see a modernistic cruiser inheriting the same performance landing over the ground. However, let me help to you feast your eyes over the incredible product from the American cruiser brand.

Modernistic Features:- Since 2011, when the Polaris owned the Indian Motorcycle, it is the sixth model introduced by the company. As, it has made its comeback in the market, it is loaded with the various newly designed makeover. The first and foremost attraction is the Blacked out styling acquired by the Indian Chief Dark Horse. The manufacturer has dressed this cruiser in a complete Black colored livery from head to toe with a sprinkle of chrome equipments at the required places. The Indian badge over the blacked out fuel tank and the "Warbonnet", which is mounted over the front tyre hugger, makes their special appearance at its best.

The unpolished Black paint scheme glorifies the motorcycle in the crowd rather than the shimmer or glittery color schemes. The solo riding experience offered by the Indian Motorcycle carries a whole different adventure along with it. The riding posture, correctly positioned foot-pegs and the handle bars are the supporting characters to make your ride more convenient and comfortable. The manufacturer says it "An unpolished and raw approach". The comfort riding zone is also enhanced by the Ape hanger handlebars offered by the company.

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Thundering Performance:- We've just discussed about the styling factor of the Indian Chief Dark Horse, but what exactly brings this cruiser to the top of the list is its incredible performance. The newly launched cruiser motorcycle placed itself in the Indian Chief Model range. Being a successor in the Indian Chief Model, the Dark Horse is featuring the very same iconic and inherited Thunder Stroke 111 Type engine. It comes loaded with an air-cooled, V-Twin motor carrying an engine displacement of 1811cc. The 45-degree tilted V-Twins are mated to a 6-speed transmission and it is tuned to achieve a peak torque of 138.9 Nm @ 2600 RPM.

Base of Operations:- The Blacked out motorcycle is built around a cast Aluminum frame, which is already integrated with air-box. The top-notch riding performance is achieved by installing Telescopic front forks with dual rate springs and single shock at the rear end. The braking duties have been taken care by 4-piston caliper; dual disc brakes at the front and 2-piston caliper; single disc will be supporting the rear wheel. The Indian Chief Dark Horse is equipped with the ABS braking system as standard. The tyres are being catered by Dunlop American Elite.

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The chrome painted dual exhaust carrying a fishtail at the end adds another pinch of style in the cruiser motorcycle. The Indian Chief Dark Horse has carried 20.8 liters of fuel tank capacity. The generously designed keyless ignition offers more convenient riding options to its rider. It's just like carrying the key fob in your pocket, press an ignition button and enjoy your long drive on the Dark Horse. The electronic cruise control also helps you to have an amazing cruising experience.

Verdict:- While concluding, I would like to say that the Indian Chief Dark Horse is a lavishly designed cruiser motorcycle, following the success steps of other family members. As of now, the newcomer will be offered in Black color only. The Indian Motorcycle has priced the Dark Horse at 16,999 USD (INR 21,99,999 Lacs).