The new Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers is one of the best and high performing cruisers, which is the latest, fastest and most comfortable bike available so far. It features the most customizable infotainment system on two wheels. The new Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features the modern blacked-out styling that offers an attractive view. Its original 19 inches of the ten-spoke, blacked-out front wheel with open front fender gives a superb view of all times. The review of new Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers with its price and specifications are presented below.
Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers – Features and Price
Engine Features
The new Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features the high performing powerful and award-winning Thunder Stroke 111 engine. This source of inspiration behind this engine is Power Plus motor of the 1940s that offers the excellent performance of all times. This Indian Bike features the 6-speed transmission that comes as standard in it. The use of latest keyless ignition makes the overall starting easy like in 2018 Chieftain Cruisers. The rider has to keep the proximity fob in his pocket, and all he has to do is to push the start button and enjoy the fun ride.
Chassis Features
The new Indian 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features the blacked-out styling that has matte-black finishes from nose to tail. The new cast aluminum frame is light in weight that offering excellent handling and confidence-inspiring stability on the highway. The steering geometry of the new Chieftain Dark Horse is engineered to deliver light and responsive handling whether the rider is riding solo or with no cargo or two-up with full saddlebags. The cargo is protected inside the convenient, spacious hard saddlebags with weatherproof seals. The latest black headlights bezel gives dramatic front end look. The braking system ensures to provide the excellent braking force with certain ABS option.
2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features – Price
The new 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers comes with the price of $23,999 only.
2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features – Technical Specifications
Engine
| Engine Type | Thunder Stroke® 111 |
| Displacement | 111 cu in (1811 cc) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.976 inches x 4.449 inches (101 mm x 113 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Electronic Fuel Injection System | Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore |
Drivetrain
| Primary Drive | Gear Drive Wet Clutch |
| Drive/Driven Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Final Drive | 2.2: 1 |
Performance
| Peak Torque | 119 ft-lbs (161.6 Nm) |
| Peak Torque RPM | 3000 rpm |
Gear Ratio (Overall)
| 1st | 9.403: 1 |
| 2nd | 6.411: 1 |
| 3rd | 4.763: 1 |
| 4th | 3.796: 1 |
| 5th | 3.243: 1 |
| 6th | 2.789: 1 |
Suspensions
| Suspension: Front – Type/Travel | Telescopic Fork / 4.7 inches (119 mm) – Cartridge Type |
| Front Fork Tube Diameter | 46 mm |
| Suspension: Rear – Type/Travel | Single Shock w/ Air adjust / 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
Chassis
| Brakes/Front | Dual / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper |
| Brakes/Rear | Single / 300 mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper |
| Wheels/Front | Cast 19 inches x 3.5 inches |
| Wheels/Rear | Cast 16 inches x 5 inches |
| Tires/Front | Dunlop® American Elite 130/60B19 61H |
| Tires/Rear | Dunlop® Elite 3 Multi-Compound 180/60R16 80H |
| Exhaust | Split Dual Exhaust w/ Cross-over |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 65.7 inches (1668 mm) |
| Seat Height | 26.0 inches (660 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 5.6 inches (142 mm) |
| Overall Height | 54.6 inches (1388 mm) |
| Overall Length | 98.7 inches (2506 mm) |
| Overall Width | 39.4 inches (1000 mm) |
| Rake | 25° |
| Trail | 5.9 inches (150.0 mm) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gallons (20.8 l) |
| GVWR | 1385 lbs (628 kg) |
| Weight | 802 lbs |
Features
| Color / Graphics | Thunder Black Smoke |
Standard
| Standard Equipment | ABS; Cast Aluminum Frame containing Integrated Air-Box, Cruise Control, Tire Pressure Monitoring, Driving Lights, Keyless Ignition, Remote Locking Hard Saddle Bags, Power Windshield, 100 Watt Stereo having AM/FM Bluetooth and Smartphone Compatible Input |
Electrical
| Gauges | Fairing-mounted instrument cluster featuring electronic speedometer, ambient air temperature; tachometer, and fuel gauge with an odometer, dual tripmeters having distance and time, instantaneous and average fuel economy; fuel range; real-time clock; gear position display; radio information display; front and rear tire pressure; engine hours of operation; engine oil life percentage; average speed; battery voltage; vehicle trouble code readout; heated grip level (if heated grips installed); and 15 LED telltale indicators: cruise control enabled, cruise control set, neutral, check engine, high beam, turn signal, ABS, low tire pressure, battery, low fuel, security system, low engine oil pressure and MPH or km/h unit designation |
| Ride Command® | 7″ Touchscreen including real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display, average fuel economy, Vehicle Status (tire pressure, engine hours, voltage, oil change), vehicle trouble code readout, Vehicle Info (speed, RPM, fuel range, gear position), Ride Data (heading, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change), Dual Trip Meters (fuel range, miles, instantaneous fuel economy time, average speed), Bluetooth connectivity for both phone and headset, Map/Navigation |
Conclusion
This article provides the full details of new 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features, and it is covered under Bikes Catalog. This cruiser features the powerful and high performing engine that not only gives high torque ride but delivers high acceleration ride as well. The chassis is kept the light in weight that helps in providing ultimate handling experience of all times. In short, those riders who prefer riding long distance rides on bikes should think about the new 2018 Chieftain Dark Horse Cruisers features.
