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Indian Chieftain Elite Limited

Make Model	Indian Chieftain Elite Limited
Year	2023
Production	175 Units
Engine	Thunder Stroke 116, 49˚ V-Twin
Capacity	1890 cc / 116 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	103.2 x 113mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Cooling System	Air / Oil cooled
Exhaust	Split dual exhaust with resonator
Induction	Electronic fuel injection, closed loop, 54 mm bore
Starting	Electric
Max Toque	171 Nm / 126.1 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, assist
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Belt, 152 tooth
Gear Ratio	1st 9.403 : 1 2nd 6.411 : 1 3rd 4.763 : 1 4th 3.796 : 1 5th 3.243 : 1 6th 2.789 : 1
Final Drive Ratio	2.2:1
Frame	High tensile steel, monoshock
Front Suspension	46mm Telescopic forks
Front Wheel Travel	119 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Single shock with air adjust
Rear Wheel Travel	114 mm / 4.5 in
Front Brakes	2 x 300mm Floating rotor 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 300mm floating rotor 2 piston calipers
ABS	Individual front and rear control with ABS
Wheels	Precision Machined
Front Wheel	19 x 3.5
Rear Wheel	16 x 5
Front Tyre	130/60B19 61H
Rear Tyre	180/60R16 80H
Rake	25°
Trail	150 mm / 5.9 in
Dimensions	Length 2506 mm / 98.7 in Width 1023 mm / 40.3 in Height 1371.6 mm / 54 in
Wheelbase	1668 mm / 65.7 in
Seat Height	650 mm / 25.6 in
Ground Clearance	130 mm / 5.1 in
Dry Weight	362 kg / 797 lbs
Wet Weight	376 kg / 829 lbs
Fuel Capacity	20.8 Litres / 5.5 US gal

From a press release issued by Indian Motorcycles:

Crafted as the Ultimate in American V-Twin Style & Exclusivity, Indian Pursuit Elite & Chieftain Elite Combine Eye-Catching Style with Premium Componentry

Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today introduced the Indian Pursuit to its limited-edition Elite class of motorcycles and announced the return of its ultra-premium Chieftain Elite. Featuring premium componentry, each Elite model is crafted as the ultimate in American V-Twin style and exclusivity.

“When we first introduced the 2018 Chieftain Elite, we wanted to create an offering that was not just limited in quantity, but exclusive in nature with custom details straight from the factory,” said Aaron Jax, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. “Today, with jewel-like finishes, our Elite line of baggers and touring models truly represent the best-of-the-best and deliver a statement like nothing else on the road.”

Chieftain Elite

Designed for riders who demand the best of the best and want to stand out from the crowd, the 2023 Chieftain Elite features meaner and more aggressive styling with custom-inspired details straight from the factory. With only 175 units available globally the Chieftain Elite is a limited build and highly exclusive.

Custom-Inspired Style

The new Chieftain Elite’s eye-catching paint scheme featuring Super Graphite Smoke is complemented by premium Shadow Bronze chrome finishes and Indian Motorcycle headdress floorboards.

Offering an even more custom look, the Chieftain Elite’s open fender showcases a new 10-spoke precision machined front wheel. Standard to the Chieftain Elite is fender-to-fender, as the Adaptive Pathfinder LED headlight and rear saddlebag LED lights provide head-turning style at night. An adjustable tinted flare windshield raises or lowers to the rider’s preferred position with the push of a handlebar-mounted button for ultimate comfort.

Unmatched, Air-Cooled Performance

Packing the most powerful Indian Motorcycle air-cooled engine, the Thunderstroke 116, the Chieftain Elite delivers 171 Nm of torque. Rear cylinder deactivation improves rider comfort when riding through slower traffic, while three selectable ride modes, including Tour, Standard and Sport, allow riders to adjust the bike’s throttle response to match their riding style.

Premium Amenities & Ride-Enhancing Technology

Like the Indian Pursuit Elite, the Chieftain Elite features the seven-inch touchscreen display powered by RIDE COMMAND with Apple CarPlay®, GPS with navigation, and more. As standard equipment, the 2023 Chieftain Elite features backlit switch cubes, an integrated PowerBand audio system, and includes ABS, keyless ignition, tyre pressure monitoring, as well as weatherproof and remote-locking saddlebags with more than 68 litres of storage. For riders looking to personalise their ride, colour matched accessories are available including a quick release touring and low-profile trunk, as well as hard lower fairings.

Color / Graphics: Super Graphite Smoke