Indian Chief Dark Horse vs Suzuki Hayabusa

Last Updated: October 15, 2026

Suzuki Hayabusa price starts at Rs. 18.06 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.46 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian Chief Dark Horse, priced at Rs. 23.52 Lakh. On the performance front, the Chief Dark Horse uses a 1890cc engine and the Hayabusa a 1340cc engine producing 190 PS @ 9700 rpm. If you're deciding between the Chief Dark Horse and Hayabusa, the Hayabusa is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Chief Dark Horse vs Hayabusa Comparison Summary

Specification Indian Chief Dark HorseSuzuki Hayabusa
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 23.52 LakhRs. 18.06 Lakh
Mileage Not Available17 kmpl
Engine 1890 cc1340 cc
Max power Not Available190 PS @ 9700 rpm
Kerb weight 304 Kg266 Kg

Chief Dark Horse vs Hayabusa Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian Chief Dark Horse STDSuzuki Hayabusa STD
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Brand Name Indian Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 23.52 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.06 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC,in-line four
Max Power Not Available 190 PS @ 9700 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian Chief Dark Horse Colors
Suzuki Hayabusa Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Analogue
EMI
Rs. 64,397 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 49,451 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,113 Chief Dark Horse Insurance Rs. 44,158 Hayabusa Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
300 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116
4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC,in-line four
Engine Displacement
1890 cc
1340 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
190 PS @ 9700 rpm
Max Torque
156 Nm @ 3300 rpm
150 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
103.2 mm
81 mm
Stroke
113 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
12.5 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
17 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork / 132 mm
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/60-19 Rear :-180/65-16
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-190/50-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
662 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Gross Weight
526 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2286*922*1253 mm3
2180*735*1165 mm3
Wheelbase
1626 mm
1480 mm
Length
2286 mm
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
125 mm
Height
1253 mm
1165 mm
Width
922 mm
735 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.1 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
304 Kg
266 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
300 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Twin-Spar Aluminum Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Engine Brake Control system, Slope Dependent Control System, Motion Track Brake System, Active Speed Limiter
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Is Indian Chief Dark Horse Better Than Suzuki Hayabusa?

63% users have chosen Indian Chief Dark Horse over Suzuki Hayabusa in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 289 users have also rated Indian Chief Dark Horse and Suzuki Hayabusa on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Suzuki Hayabusa has out rated Indian Chief Dark Horse on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Hayabusa Chief Dark Horse
Mileage 2.3 4.2
Performance 3.7 4.6
Comfort 3.0 4.7
Maintenance 3.7 4.2
Features 3.7 4.7
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Which bike is best between Indian Chief Dark Horse vs Suzuki Hayabusa?
Suzuki Hayabusa has out rated Indian Chief Dark Horse on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Indian Chief Dark Horse vs Suzuki Hayabusa?
The Suzuki Hayabusa is cheaper than Indian Chief Dark Horse by ₹5.46 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Indian Chief Dark Horse vs Suzuki Hayabusa?
As per the users experiences the Indian Chief Dark Horse has better performance.

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