Review Indian Chief Dark Horse (2026)

Thunderstroke 116, 156 Nm, 662 mm—Black Purism

The Chief Dark Horse is Indian’s purest interpretation of the cruiser concept: Thunderstroke 116 V-twin, 156 Nm, 662 mm seat height, 19-inch front wheel, chopped fenders, drag handlebar, mid-mounted foot controls, solo seat, exposed rear shocks. Everything black. Keyless ignition, USB charging port, riding modes, ABS, 4-inch TFT with RIDE COMMAND, Metzeler Cruisetec tires standard. 2-year warranty. For riders who want a cruiser without compromise.

As of: July 17, 2026 | Model: Indian Chief Dark Horse (2026; Thunderstroke 116; 1,890 cc V-twin; Cruiser; Category A license) | Manufacturer: Indian Motorcycle Company, Spirit Lake, Iowa, USA; Polaris Industries | Price in Germany: €19,390 plus additional charges | Stationary noise: not published | Warranty: 5-year manufacturer warranty

America’s oldest motorcycle brand. That is the argument Indian Motorcycle has used since the brand was revived in 2011. Founded in 1901. Older than Harley-Davidson, founded in 1903. The Chief model line dates back to 1922. The Chief Dark Horse was introduced in 2021 as part of the newly developed Chief platform, marking the Chief family’s 100th anniversary. The concept: all black, no chrome, no excess. Only what a cruiser needs.

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