Aprilia RSV4 vs Indian Challenger Dark Horse

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Aprilia RSV4 price starts at Rs. 31.26 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.71 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian Challenger Dark Horse, priced at Rs. 37.97 Lakh. On the performance front, the RSV4 uses a 1099cc engine producing 219.98 PS @ 13000 rpm and the Challenger Dark Horse a 1834cc engine. If you're deciding between the RSV4 and Challenger Dark Horse, the RSV4 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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RSV4 vs Challenger Dark Horse Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia RSV4Indian Challenger Dark Horse
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 31.26 LakhRs. 37.97 Lakh
Mileage 15.4 kmplNot Available
Engine 1099 cc1834 cc
Max power 219.98 PS @ 13000 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 204 Kg388 Kg

RSV4 vs Challenger Dark Horse Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia RSV4 FactoryIndian Challenger Dark Horse STD
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Brand Name Aprilia Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 31.26 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 37.97 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type V4 (65°), 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled with Ride-By-Wire PowerPlus
Max Power 219.98 PS @ 13000 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia RSV4 Colors
Indian Challenger Dark Horse Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 85,589 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 1,03,961 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 63,393 RSV4 Insurance Rs. 73,171 Challenger Dark Horse Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
305 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
V4 (65°), 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled with Ride-By-Wire
PowerPlus
Engine Displacement
1099 cc
1834 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
Not Available
Max Power
219.98 PS @ 13000 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
127 Nm @ 10800 rpm
181.4 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Bore
81 mm
110 mm
Stroke
53.32 mm
96.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.6:1
11.4:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
15.4 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Analog

Suspension-Front
Öhlins Ø 43 mm electronically controlled USD fork, fully adjustable, Travel - 125 mm
Inverted Telescopic Fork/ 130mm
Suspension-Rear
Öhlins electronically controlled monoshock, fully adjustable, Travel - 115 mm
Single Shock w/ Hydraulic Preload Adjustment / 114 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-3.5 x 17, Rear :-6 x 17
Front :-130/60-19, Rear :-180/60-16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
372 kg
Seat height
840 mm
672 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
628 kg
Length*Width*Height
2055*735*1150 mm3
2503*1063*1237 mm3
Wheelbase
1435.8 mm
1668 mm
Length
2055 mm
2503 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
137 mm
Height
1150 mm
1237 mm
Width
735 mm
1063 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 L
22.7 L
Kerb Weight
204 Kg
388 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
298 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Twin spar aluminum frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Analogue
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie Control, Ride Control, Engine brake control, Speed limiter
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Which bike is best between Aprilia RSV4 vs Indian Challenger Dark Horse?
Aprilia RSV4 has out rated Indian Challenger Dark Horse on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia RSV4 vs Indian Challenger Dark Horse?
The Aprilia RSV4 is cheaper than Indian Challenger Dark Horse by ₹6.71 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia RSV4 vs Indian Challenger Dark Horse?
As per the users experiences the Aprilia RSV4 has better performance.

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