2013 Indian Chief Dark Horse Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2013 Indian Chief Dark Horse custom - cruiser motorcycle, Indian features a 1720.8 cc (105 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. 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 Dark Horse measures 338.4 kg (746 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 10 indexed model years from 2013 to 2026, 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 Fuel Injection
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 Weight338.4 kg (746.0 pounds)
Seat Height692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2553 mm (100.5 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsThunder Black Smoke w/colored head dress
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.
