2013 Indian Chief Classic Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Indian's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2013 Indian Chief Classic utilizes a 1720.8 cc (105 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 101.6 x 108.0 mm (4.0 x 4.3 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Chief Classic measures 330.2 kg (728 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 692 mm (27.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,646 mm (64.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Within MotoLibrary's Indian archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2013 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
692 mm (27.2 in)
Engine
Displacement1720.8 ccm (105.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke101.6 x 108.0 mm (4.0 x 4.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Closed Loop Sequential Port
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
ExhaustTwo into one Stainless Steel
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh tensile steel
Rake34.0°
Front SuspensionDia. 41 mm/Travel 4.25
Rear SuspensionSingle shock/Travel 2.90
Wheelbase1646 mm (64.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Floating discs.
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Floating disc.
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight330.2 kg (728.0 pounds)
Seat Height692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1283 mm (50.5 inches)
Overall Length2553 mm (100.5 inches)
Overall Width1029 mm (40.5 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsThunder Black w/silver script, Indian Red w/gold script
Electrical42 Amps charging
LightTear drop head lamp, spot lights, fender light
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
