2013 Indian Chief Vintage Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Indian's classic motorcycle platform, the 2013 Indian Chief Vintage pairs a 1720.8 cc (105 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.7 x 108.0 mm (4.0 x 4.3 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Chief Vintage measures 341.6 kg (753 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 2003 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 Stroke100.7 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°
Trail150 mm (5.9 inches)
Front SuspensionDia. 41 mm/Travel 4.25 in.
Rear SuspensionSingle shock/Travel 2.90 in.
Wheelbase1646 mm (64.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Floating discs. Dual Caliper.
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Floating disc. Single caliper.
WheelsWire spoked. White Wall tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight341.6 kg (753.0 pounds)
Seat Height692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1518 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall Length2553 mm (100.5 inches)
Overall Width1029 mm (40.5 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsIndian Red, Willow Green/Ivory Cream, Indian Red/Ivory Cream
InstrumentsAnalog speedometer and multi-function digital display
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.
