THUNDERSTROKE MOTOR
Drawing external design inspiration from the rich heritage of Indian Motorcycle’s past, the air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 156 Nm of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears.
STRIPPED DOWN DESIGN
Turn heads on every corner with simple, purposeful design showcasing bobbed fenders, exposed rear shocks, and a steel welded tube frame with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.
RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE
With a low seat height, a solo saddle, and mid-mount foot pegs that keep your feet underneath you, the Chief Dark Horse gives every rider complete control to ride with confidence.
RIDE & OWNERSHIP ENHANCEMENTS
Design detail meets modern function on the Limited +Tech Trim with the 4" Display, powered by RIDE COMMAND. Experience effortless cruising with GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connection, and other ride-enhancing features. Go beyond the ride and elevate ownership with RIDE COMMAND+ connected technology, offering Account Sync and more.
RIDE MODES
Customise your riding experience with three ride modes - Tour, Standard, or Sport - for an experience that's tailored to your riding style.
19-INCH CAST WHEEL
The 19" cast front wheel with ABS adds to the menacing stance and will beg you to roll the throttle.
RIDER CENTRIC FEATURES
Off the line, every Chief Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging, ABS, LED lighting, Metzeler Cruisetec® tires, and the 4" Display powered by RIDE COMMAND. These features provide convenience, safety, and performance, ensuring enjoyable rides for every rider.
CHIEF DARK HORSE
Offer Ends 31/10/2026
Indian Motorcycle - Powerplus
CHIEF DARK HORSE
Offer Ends 31/10/2026
Indian Motorcycle - Celebrating our 125th Anniversary - Every CM3 a £1 Present
CHIEF DARK HORSE
Offer Ends 31/10/2026
Indian Motorcycles - Indian Chief Offer
We have raised the bar for American motorcycles with our most powerful engine to date, the PowerPlus. The all-new 108 cu in, liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers a class leading 122 hp and 128 ft-lbs of torque, establishing a new standard for V-twin performance.
TESTED, REFINED, PROVEN
We put the PowerPlus through the industry's most rigorous development and testing program. We piled on almost one million miles of simulated testing, including state-of-the-art dyno testing and over 250,000 miles on the road.
POWER YOU CAN DEPEND ON
The PowerPlus motor's overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder deliver incredible V-twin power. Hydraulic valve lash adjusters and hydraulic camshaft chain tensioners make it easy to maintain and reliable.
ALL-NEW POWERTRAIN
Six-speed transmission with true overdrive, assist clutch to reduce effort and three ride modes - Rain, Standard and Sport. Now riders can customize throttle mappings and traction control settings to their riding preferences.
ICON HERITAGE
A nod to Indian Motorcycle's iconic history, the new PowerPlus motor is named after one of our original motorcycles, produced from 1916 to 1924.
MODERN PERFORMANCE
Engine Displacement: 108 cu in (1769 cc)
Power: 122 hp at 5,500 RPM
Torque: 128 ft-lbs at 3,800 RPM
Maximum Engine Speed: 6,500 RPM
Architecture: 60-degree V-twin, liquid-cooled
Timing: Overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder
Transmission: Six-speed with true overdrive, constant mesh
Clutch: Assist clutch
The bigger the engine, the bigger the celebration
Indian Motorcycle UK has announced the extension of its popular 125th Anniversary celebration campaign, which offers a £1 discount for every cubic centimetre of engine capacity on models from the Scout, Chief, and PowerPlus lineups.
The campaign has also been enhanced with the addition of the Indian Scout Sixty, the most approachable lineup in the range, meaning even more riders benefit. Customers looking to purchase their ideal model from the Scout Sixty, Scout, Chief, or PowerPlus ranges can now secure substantial savings on eligible motorcycles registered by August 31, 2026*.
With timeless designs, leading innovation and proven performance, there’s an Indian Motorcycle for every rider within the offer. From the nimble handling and low seat height of the iconic Scout Sixty and Scout, the torque and air-cooled character of the Chief, to the next generation technology and power delivery of the PowerPlus Baggers and Tourers.
The campaign provides significant savings across the range of machines and can be used in conjunction with current finance offers:
- Scout Sixty (999cc): £999 discount (incl. VAT)
- Scout (1,250cc): £1,250 discount (incl. VAT)
- PowerPlus (1,834cc): £1,834 discount (incl. VAT)
- Chief (1,890cc): £1,890 discount (incl. VAT)
With every purchase of an Indian Motorcycle, owners receive 12 months of roadside assistance, a welcome pack, and a lifetime Indian Motorcycle Riders (IMR) membership that provides an extended riding family through dealer-supported groups that host rides, meetings, and social events for passionate owners.
*For selected 2025 models registered by August 31, 2026. Excludes Elite and Special Edition Models. Terms and conditions apply^, and this offer may be used in conjunction with current finance rates. Test rides are available at official Indian Motorcycle dealerships.
^Terms and conditions apply. This offer may be used in conjunction with current finance offers. Test rides are available. To qualify motorcycles must be Registered between July 1st and August 31st 2026.
• Offer not valid on orders placed that will arrive outside of the promotional offer period
• Demonstrators & pre-registered units are excluded from these campaigns
• Retail campaigns for Q3 can be used in conjunction with current Finance Campaign – until 31st August 2026
• Offer cannot be exchanged for a Cash alternative or towards any Finance Deposit contribution.
Indian Motorcycle UK offers 9.9% APR Representative finance on Chief lineups.
Indian Chief Dark Horse from £209* per month plus deposit and optional final repayment.
Indian Motorcycle has announced a new finance offer for select models of their iconic Indian Chief lineup. The 9.9% APR representative finance offer sees the Chief Dark Horse available from £209 per month, plus deposit and optional final repayment, when registered by September 30, 2026.
– See the finance example below:
Indian Chief Dark Horse PCP Representative Example:
Model: Chief Dark Horse in Black Smoke (26MY).
Monthly payments of £209.
Term of agreement 37 months.
Annual mileage 4,000.
Customer deposit £3,727.48.
Cash price £16,355.00.
Total amount of credit: £12,627.52.
Option to purchase fee £10.00 (included in optional final payment).
Optional final payment £8,162.00.
Total amount payable: £ 19,413.48.
Rate of interest (fixed) 9.45% / APR: 9.9% APR.
For those looking for the beautiful mechanical simplicity of a large capacity air-cooled V-Twin in a beautiful steel frame, the Indian Chief lineup features models that harken back to golden eras in American motorcycling. From the stripped back Chief Dark Horse to the long-distance capability of the Super Chief, there’s a Chief to suit the personal aesthetic and riding styles of anyone looking for a performance cruiser. Powering all Indian Chief models is the formidable Thunderstroke 116 (1890cc) engine, the last big, air-cooled V-Twin available, delivering a substantial 156 Nm of torque.
Included with every purchase of a new Indian Motorcycle is 12 months roadside cover plus a lifetime membership to Indian Motorcycle Riders (IMR). The IMR community consists of dealer-supported rider groups that organise planned rides, events, meetings, and other activities for owners to get together, socialise and share the passion for their motorcycles.
Once on the road with their new Indian Motorcycle, and to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the founding of the brand, they can head back to their dealer with a photo of their odometer showing 1901 miles to claim a #1901Club gift pack.
*Additional dealership & on-road charges apply and may vary between official Indian motorcycle dealerships. Terms & Conditions apply.
+ Option to purchase fee included in optional final repayment.
OFFER
Credit is subject to status and approval is only available to UK residents ages 18 and over. Credit is provided by Black Horse Ltd, St William House, Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff, CF10 5BH. Finance figures are correct at the time of quotation and may be subject to change. Black Horse Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Number: 661204 England and Wales. Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) Return the motorcycle and not pay the Optional Final Repayment. In this example if the motorcycle has exceeded 12,333, a charge of 7.2p (including VAT at 20%) will apply per excess mile. If the motorcycle is in good condition (fair wear and tear accepted) has not exceeded the maximum agreed mileage you will have nothing further to pay. (2) Pay the Optional Final Repayment to own the motorcycle or (3) Part Exchange the motorcycle subject to settlement of your existing finance agreement; new finance agreement are subject to status. 10% minimum deposit required.
| Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116 |
| Displacement | 1890 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 103.2mm x 113mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Electronic Fuel Injection System | Closed loop fuel Injection / 54mm bore |
| Peak Torque RPM | 3,300 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 156 Nm |
| Primary Drive | Gear Drive Wet Clutch |
| Drive/Driven Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Final Drive | 2.2:1 |
| 1st | 9.403 : 1 |
| 2nd | 6.411 : 1 |
| 3rd | 4.763 : 1 |
| 4th | 3.796 : 1 |
| 5th | 3.243 : 1 |
| 6th | 2.789 : 1 |
| Suspension: Front - Type/Travel | Telescopic Fork / 132 mm |
| Suspension: Rear - Type/Travel | Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm |
| Brakes/Front | Single / 300mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper |
| Brakes/Rear | Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper |
| Tires/Front | Pirelli Night Dragon 130/60B19 61H |
| Tires/Rear | Pirelli Night Dragon 180/65 B16 81H |
| Wheels | Machine Highlighted Cast Black 19" x 3.5" / 16" x 5" |
| Exhaust | Dual Exhaust w/ Crossover |
| Wheelbase | 1626 mm |
| Seat Height | 662 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 125 mm |
| Overall Length | 2286 mm |
| Overall Width | 922 mm |
| Overall Height | 1253 mm |
| Rake | 29° |
| Trail | 132 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 L |
| GVWR | 526 kg |
| Weight (Empty tank / full of fuel) | 294 kg / 304 kg |
| Standard Equipment | ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB Charge Port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation |
| Gauges | Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Fuel Gauge, Compass, Ambient Temperature, Gear Indicator |
| Ride Command® | 4" Round Ride Command® Display. Touchscreen display includes real-time clock; ambient air temperature; heading; audio information display; map/navigation; Bluetooth status for phone and selected headset; vehicle status (voltage, engine hours, oil change); vehicle info (speed, fuel range, RPM, gear position); current ride data (distance, moving time, stop time, altitude, altitude change); trip meters; ride mode selection; screen brightness; and vehicle trouble code readout. |
In order to reserve this Indian Motorcycle CHIEF DARK HORSE, you can place a fully refundable deposit of £99. Simply click on the the button below to proceed via a secure, one time and fully refundable payment of £99.
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