The Indian Motorcycle brand is all set to welcome the 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse. The latest Chieftan is expected to take the motorcycle market by storm. It is stylish and robust - something the brand is well known for. It is also loaded up with some new and exciting features that add to the appeal of this mean and powerful beauty.

Indian Motorcycle is well known for improvising its already impeccable standards with new launches. It is safe to say that they never let their fans down. Have they got it right this time with 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?

Hit or miss? Here's what you can expect from the 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse.

Key Features

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The new Chieftain Dark Horse has been made to outperform. It combines robustness, superior power, and agile handling to deliver a high-performance ride. The popular Thunderstroke 116 V-Twin engine produces 126 ft-lb of torque for exceptional power at low RPM and responsive ride at any speed. The monster bike comes equipped with a number of new and exciting accessories and features which include original leather accessories, selectable ride modes, rear cylinder deactivation, ABS, cruise control, highway bars, tire pressure monitoring, and full LED lighting. The alloy wheels that the Chieftain sports are original Metzeler Cruisetec tires. Throw in 18+ gallons of cargo space - weatherproof storage in power-locking slammed saddlebags - and you have a winner at hand. Then there's the push-button windshield that you can raise or lower to your preferred position.

The Classic and Rogue styled variants of the ever so impressive ClimaCommand seat (non-perforated and water-resistant) are available where the rider can adjust heating and cooling directly through the Ride Command infotainment system (with integrated thermoelectric technology) with a low, medium, or high setting. Then there's the pathfinder adaptive LED headlight and a bunch of scout touring accessories. The plethora of options will help you make the most of your ride. The best part? The Indian Motorcycle beauty comes equipped with a dazzling, comfortable, lightweight, and agile aluminum frame, and allows you to control your ride at all speeds with complete ease.

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Style Meets Functionality

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One look and it's evident enough that the Chieftain has been styled with an edge. It's hard to find a motorbike that is an absolute beauty in terms of looks but delivers equally well in terms of functionality. The good news is that The New Indian Chieftain Dark Horse ticks both the boxes.

The Chieftain Dark Horse first blows the rider away with its keyless ignition feature, and then the on-lookers with its unmissable LED Lighting. Once you hit the road, you have the option to switch to cruise control if you wish to. It also comes loaded with the integrated Apple CarPlay® system which allows the rider to seamlessly navigate his desired destination, use Bluetooth services, make use of the traffic and ride commands, and a lot more. The high output audio speakers ensure that the rider will neither miss a navigation command nor miss a beat of his favorite song. These high-quality speakers feature a built-in, dynamic equalizer that automatically adjusts for road, wind, and engine noise. To sum it up, the Chieftain's features are of the highest standards - a classic case of form meets function. This bagger's streamlined looks complement its excellent performance capabilities.

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How The 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse Compares To Its Rivals

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Two of the closest rivals to the Indian Chieftain Dark Horse are the BMW R18 and the Harley Davidson Sports Glide. So how does the Chieftain compare to these two monsters?

It's safe to say that The 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse manages to match, if not trot past its competitors, in most aspects. Apart from boasting a superior engine and other standard features like cruise control, the Chieftain also boasts a string of features that stand out. It conserves fuel and increases comfort by shutting down the rear cylinder at stoplights. The Chieftain also sports an electronic fuel gauge and an air temperature gauge with an adjustable air shock. Additional features like the ClimaCommand seat and the Apple CarPlay are like a cherry on top. Though the R18 and the Sports Glide are priced considerably cheaper, the Chieftain justifies its price tag with the number of amenities it offers when compared to its rivals.

The 2021 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is here to stay. Modern, mean, and stylish - it delivers big time and passes the test with flying colors. The latest Chieftain is available in three color schemes: Thunder Black Smoke, Ruby Smoke, and Titanium Smoke. It comes with a factory warranty of 2 years and unlimited miles.

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