BMW K 1600 GTL vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

BMW K 1600 GTL Price starts at Rs. 35.62 Lakh which is Rs. 3.62 Lakh costlier than base model of Indian Chieftain Dark Horse priced at Rs. 32.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW K 1600 GTL is 16.94 kmpl whereas the mileage of Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is 13.54 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW K 1600 GTL is powered by 1649 cc engine , while Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is powered by 1890 cc engine. BMW K 1600 GTL is available in 2 different colours while Indian Chieftain Dark Horse comes with 2 colours. The Comparison BMW K 1600 GTL vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

K 1600 GTL vs Chieftain Dark Horse

Key Highlights K 1600 GTL STDChieftain Dark Horse STD
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder Thunderstroke 116
Max Power 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm 122 PS

K 1600 GTL vs Chieftain Dark Horse Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW K 1600 GTL STDIndian Chieftain Dark Horse STD
Rating
7 reviews
1 review
Brand Name BMW Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 35.62 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 32.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder Thunderstroke 116
Max Power 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm 122 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW K 1600 GTL Colors
Indian Chieftain 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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only,Remote Start Self Start Only,Remote Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 97,527 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 87,615 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 73,740 K 1600 GTL Insurance Rs. 68,058 Chieftain Dark Horse Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
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Claimed Top Speed
200 kmph
115 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Engine Type
Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder
Thunderstroke 116
Engine Displacement
1649 cc
1890 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm
122 PS
Max Torque
180 Nm @ 5250 rpm
171 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
103.2 mm
Stroke
67.5 mm
113 mm
Number Of Cylinders
6
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.2:1
11.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
...
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
...

Mileage (Overall)
16.94 kmpl
13.54 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
...
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Suspension-Front
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut, Travel - 115 mm
Telescopic Fork / 119 mm
Suspension-Rear
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, Travel - 135 mm
Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
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Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
...
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
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Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/55-17
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
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
...
359 kg
Seat height
750 mm
650 mm
Load carrying capacity
202 Kg
...
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
...
Gross Weight
560 kg
628 kg
Length*Width*Height
2489*1000*1490 mm3
2506*1023*1372 mm3
Wheelbase
1618 mm
1668 mm
Length
2489 mm
2506 mm
Ground Clearance
...
130 mm
Height
1490 mm
1372 mm
Width
1000 mm
1023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
26.5 L
20.8 L
Kerb Weight
358 Kg
373 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
...
Boot Light
...

Cruise Control
Frame Type
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Lightweight Cast Aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
...
Malfunction Indicator
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
...
Pillion Grab Rail
...
Calls and Messaging
...
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Dynamic
Sports,Touring,Yes
Traction Control
...
Low battery alert
No. of Tripmeters
2
...
Engine Temperature Indicator
...
Hill Hold
...
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
...
Additional Features/Information
ABS Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, On-board Computer, Audio, Sat Radio, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Gear Shift Assist Pro
Exhaust - Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over, Apple CarPlay Integration, 100 Watt Audio System with AM/FM, Ambient Air Temperature, Gear Position Display, Front and Rear Tire Pressure, Engine Hours Of Operation, Security System, Remote-locking Hard Saddlebags, Smartphone Compatible Input
Windscreen
Gear Position Indicator
...
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
...
Immobilizer
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
External Fuel Filling
...
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
Underseat storage
...
68 L
External Speakers
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
...
Keyless Ignition

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
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Standard Warranty (Years)
3
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW K 1600 GTL
  • Perfomrance, handling, quality
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
  • Gorgeous styling, Refined engine, Long list of features
BMW K 1600 GTL
  • Price
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
  • 377kg kerb weight, Engine heat while riding in traffic, Eye-watering price tag
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BMW K 1600 GTL Vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW K 1600 GTL vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and features. On the basis of comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BMW K 1600 GTL vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?
The Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is cheaper than BMW K 1600 GTL by Rs. 3.62 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW K 1600 GTL vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?
For the STD version, 1649 cc Petrol engine of K 1600 GTL produces 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm of power and 180 Nm @ 5250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1890 cc Petrol engine of Chieftain Dark Horse produces 122 PS of power and 171 Nm @ 3000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW K 1600 GTL has better performance.

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