The 2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse: A Stylish And Powerful Ride
Indian Motorcycles has continued to include the Chief Bobber Dark Horse in their 2023 bike lineup. One of the key features of the Chief Bobber Dark Horse is its Thunderstroke 116 engine. This air-cooled engine is capable of producing 120 ft-lbs of torque, which means it has plenty of power for passing other vehicles on the road. The overall look of the blacked-out bobber design is a standout feature of the Chief Bobber Dark Horse.
This motorcycle has a welded steel tube frame and is loaded with blacked-out finishes from the fender to the bobbed fender. The large headlight bucket and covered forks and rear shocks give a nod to its traditional American bobber style.
The Chief Bobber Dark Horse also has a 4-inch touchscreen that is powered by Ride Command. This touchscreen looks like an analog gauge but provides turn-by-turn navigation, live weather and traffic updates, and the ability to answer and decline calls and manage music from a Bluetooth-connected device.
For comfort and ease of controlling this big bike, the Chief Bobber Dark Horse has a low solo seat that gives the rider a commanding feel, while the forward pegs and mini ape bars put the feet forward. The motorcycle also comes with keyless ignition, a USB charging port, cruise control, ABS, LED lighting, and Pirelli Night Dragon tires. Indian Motorcycles has something for most everyone and if this style doesn’t suit you, there’s something to be found in one of the many Indian models.

Motorcycle Overview
General Info
- Price: $19,449 USD/$23,099 CAD
- Key Features:
- Thunderstroke 116
- Blacked out design
- 4 inch screen
- Keyless ignition
Main Specs
- Engine: 1,890 cc, Liquid Cooled V-Twin
- Power: 79 horsepower
- Torque: 120 lb-ft
- Weight: 670 lbs (304 kgs)
- Seat Height: 26 inches (662 mm)
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2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse Specifications
ENGINE | ||
Engine | 1,890 cc, Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 | |
Engine Power | 79 HP | |
Bore x Stroke | 4.063″ x 4.449″ (103.2mm x113mm) | |
Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | |
Fuel System | Closed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore | |
Starter | Electric | |
Exhaust | Dual Exhaust w/ Crossover | |
DRIVETRAIN | ||
Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate | |
Transmission | 6 Speed | |
Primary Drive | Gear Drive Wet Clutch | |
CHASSIS | ||
Suspension Front | 46mm, Telescopic Fork | |
Suspension Rear | Dual Shocks w/adjustable preload | |
Brakes Front | Single / 300mm Semi-Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper | |
Brakes Rear | Single / 300mm Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper | |
Tires Front | Pirelli® Night Dragon 130/90B16 67H | |
Tires Rear | Pirelli® Night Dragon 180/65 B16 81H | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.0 gal (15.1 L) | |
Color / Graphics | Black Smoke, Titanium Smoke, Silver Quartz Smoke. Icon: Copper Smoke | |
ELECTRICAL | ||
Ignition | ||
Spark Plugs | ||
Headlight | LED Headlamp | |
Tail Light | LED Taillight | |
DIMENSIONS | ||
Overall Length | 90 in (2,286 mm) | |
Overall Width | 36 in (922 mm) | |
Overall Height | 53.1 in (1,349 mm) | |
Wheelbase | 64.0 in (1,626 mm) | |
Ground Clearance | 4.9 in (125 mm) | |
Seat Height | 26.0 in (662 mm) | |
Weight (Empty Tank / Full of Fuel) | 670 lbs / 694 lbs (304 kg / 315 kg) | |
WARRANTY | ||
Warranty | 2 Years, Unlimited Miles |

2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse Features
The air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 produces 120 ft-lbs of raw torque for passing power in all 6 gears. It’ll catch eyes on the street and grab your soul from the saddle.
Loaded with attitude and blacked-out finishes from fender to bobbed fender. A welded steel tube frame, large headlight bucket with nallece, and covered forks and rear shocks give a nod to traditional bobber style.
The 4 in touchscreen maintains a classic aesthetic by disguising itself as an analog gauge. Use it as a speedo and a tach, but it also provides turn-by-turn navigation (with live weather and traffic), controls ride modes, lets you answer and decline calls, and manages your music from any Bluetooth-connected device.
Dark by design with premium gloss-black finishes from fender to fender.
A low solo seat gives you a commanding feel, while the forward pegs and mini ape bars put your feet forward and your fists in the wind.
Off the line, every Chief Bobber Dark Horse comes with keyless ignition, USB charging port, cruise control, and super-sticky Pirelli® Night Dragon tires.
Choose between three ride modes – Tour, Standard, and Sport – for an experience that’s tailored to your riding style.



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Source: webbikeworld.com
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