Now the hereditary of legendary motorcyclism, Indian Motorcycle, can be brought for $18,999 (~Rs. 12 lakh). The Chief Classic is the base model in the Indian line-up. With a typical Indian Motorcycle design, the machine is just above all bikes in the cruiser class. The look is more than enough to become a great fan of the Chief Classic. Just like the name means, this variant is the chief of every models in the classic range.
Standard Equipment
ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Keyless Start; Light Bar; Premium Leather Seats.
Electric
Tank mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; dual tripmeters; digital tachometer; ambient air temperature; fuel range; average fuel economy; battery voltage; gear position display; real-time clock; vehicle trouble code readout; heated grip level (if heated grips installed); low engine oil pressure; and 9 LED telltale indicators: cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, high beam, turn signal, ABS, check engine, and MPH or km/h unit designation; Tank mounted electronic fuel gauge with low fuel LED indicator.
The iconic motorcycle company which holds the tagline" Start You Legend" comes with an updated Chief Classic to its legendary motorcycle lineups. The Indian Motorcycles have given updated design and styles to the new Cheif Classic which gives it a retro styling to the entire aesthetics of the motorcycle. Indian has followed a very timeless design concept to the Cheif Classis and the motorcycle has a chrome touchup from fender to fender.
The 1811 cc engine of the Chief Classic uses Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore as its fuel injection system. The legendary Thunder Stroke 111 V-Twin engine with loads of passing power produces an enormous 150 Nm torque @ 2900 rpm, and this makes it a very powerful icon of luxury touring in recent times. The engine of the Cheif Classic is refined and well tuned to provide formidable power at all gears to conquer highways and busy streets with utmost comfort and precision. The essential torquey characteristics of the engine bring alone the rider and the entire motorcycle with sheer force.
The suspension duties of the motorcycle are done with Telescopic Fork / 119 mm - Cartridge Type at the front suspension and the rear suspension comes with Single Shock / 94 mm. The ground clearance of the bike is 140 mm. The technologies like ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box; Cruise Control; Keyless Ignition comes as standard in the new Chief Classic. The entire weight of the motorcycle stands at 353 kg.
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If i have 26 lacks I'll never spent on this ugly monster
By Shrinath on 23-01-2015
The right one to beat the horns of Harley Davidson. Cmon bring the machine in India too. What 'Indian Motorcycle' is it if the brand is not launched in India?