Indian Chieftain Dark Horse vs Indian Chieftain Limited

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Indian Chieftain Dark Horse price starts at Rs. 32.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.26 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian Chieftain Limited, priced at Rs. 34.26 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Chieftain Dark Horse offers a claimed 13.54 kmpl, while the Chieftain Limited delivers 20 kmpl. On the performance front, the Chieftain Dark Horse uses a 1890cc engine producing 122 PS and the Chieftain Limited a 1890cc engine. If you're deciding between the Chieftain Dark Horse and Chieftain Limited, the Chieftain Dark Horse is the better pick for affordability, while the Chieftain Limited stands out for mileage.

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Chieftain Dark Horse vs Chieftain Limited Comparison Summary

Specification Indian Chieftain Dark HorseIndian Chieftain Limited
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 32.00 LakhRs. 34.26 Lakh
Mileage 13.54 kmpl20 kmpl
Engine 1890 cc1890 cc
Max power 122 PSNot Available
Kerb weight 373 Kg373 Kg

Chieftain Dark Horse vs Chieftain Limited Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian Chieftain Dark Horse STDIndian Chieftain Limited STD
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Brand Name Indian Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 32.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 34.26 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Thunderstroke 116 Thunderstroke 116
Max Power 122 PS Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse Colors
Indian Chieftain Limited Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 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 Analogue
EMI
Rs. 87,615 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 93,791 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 68,058 Chieftain Dark Horse Insurance Rs. 67,758 Chieftain Limited Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
115 kmph
185 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Thunderstroke 116
Thunderstroke 116
Engine Displacement
1890 cc
1890 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
122 PS
Not Available
Max Torque
171 Nm @ 3000 rpm
171 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Bore
103.2 mm
103.2 mm
Stroke
113 mm
113 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
9.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
13.54 kmpl
20 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
\s
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
13.54 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
15.30 kmpl
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
\s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork / 119 mm
Telescopic Fork / 119 mm
Suspension-Rear
Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in
Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in

Tyre Size
Front :-130/60-19 Rear :-180/60-16
Front :-130/60-19 Rear :-180/60-16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
359 kg
359 kg
Seat height
650 mm
650 mm
Gross Weight
628 kg
628 Kg
Length*Width*Height
2506*1023*1372 mm3
2506*1023*1372 mm3
Wheelbase
1668 mm
1668 mm
Length
2506 mm
2506 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
130 mm
Height
1372 mm
1372 mm
Width
1023 mm
1023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20.8 L
20.8 L
Kerb Weight
373 Kg
373 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm

USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Charging at Home
Not Available
No
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Lightweight Cast Aluminium
Cast Aluminum Frame
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sports,Touring,Yes
Sports,Touring,Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
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
Exhaust - Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over, Apple CarPlay integration, Highway Bars, Rear Cylinder Deactivation, 100 Watt Audio System with AM/FM, Average Fuel Economy, Ambient Air Temperature, Gear Position Display, Engine Hours Of Operation, Radio Information Display, Check Engine, Security System
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Tourer Bikes
Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
68 L
Not Available
External Speakers
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
  • Gorgeous styling, Refined engine, Long list of features
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
  • 377kg kerb weight, Engine heat while riding in traffic, Eye-watering price tag
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