Indian Chieftain Dark Horse vs Indian Challenger

In 2026 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse or Indian Challenger choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse Price starts at Rs. 32 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Indian Challenger Price starts at Rs. 36.97 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Chieftain Dark Horse engine makes power and torque 122 PS PS & 171 Nm. On the other hand, Challenger engine makes power & torque 122.5 PS PS & 178 Nm respectively. Indian offers the Chieftain Dark Horse in 3 colours. Indian offers the Challenger in 1 colour. The Chieftain Dark Horse mileage is around 13.54 kmpl. The Challenger mileage is around 18 kmpl.
Chieftain Dark Horse vs Challenger Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Chieftain dark horse Challenger
BrandIndianIndian
Price₹ 32 Lakhs₹ 36.97 Lakhs
Mileage13.54 kmpl18 kmpl
Engine Capacity1890 cc1768 cc
Power122 PS PS122.5 PS PS

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Chieftain Dark Horse
₹32 Lakhs*
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Challenger
Dark Horse Black Smoke
₹36.97 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
20.8 L22.7 L
Ground Clearance
130 mm137 mm
Length
2506 mm2501 mm
Wheelbase
1668 mm1668 mm
Kerb Weight
373 kg377 kg
Additional Storage
68 L68 L
Height
1372 mm1346 mm
Saddle Height
650 mm672 mm
Width
1023 mm990 mm
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mmFront :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
ABS
Dual Channel-
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm320 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-130/60-19 Rear :-180/60-16Front :-130/60-19, Rear :-180/60-16
Rear Brake Diameter
300 mm298 mm
Front Brake
Double DiscDouble Disc
Wheels Type
AlloyAlloy
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Speed
115 kmph-
Stroke
113 mm96.5 mm
Max Torque
171 Nm @ 3000 rpm178 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Belt DriveChain Drive
Displacement
1890 cc1768 cc
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Engine Type
Thunderstroke 116PowerPlus
Cooling System
Air CooledLiquid Cooled
Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, AssistWet, Multi-Plate Assist
No Of Cylinders
2-
Starting
Self Start Only,Remote StartSelf Start Only,Remote Start
Gear Box
6 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Bore
103.2 mm108 mm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Front Suspension
Telescopic Fork / 119 mm-
Rear Suspension
Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in-
Features
Riding Modes
Sports,Touring,YesRain,Sports,Yes
Music Control
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalAnalogue
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Clock
YesYes
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Underseat storage
68 L68 L
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesBluetooth
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Tripmeter
DigitalDigital
Seat Type
SplitSplit
Console
Digital-
Additional Features
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 InputExhaust - Split Dual Exhaust w/ Resonator, Apple CarPlay Integration, High Beam, Check Engine, Security System, Smart Lean Technology, 15 LED Telltale Indicators, Locking Hard Saddlebags
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
USB Charging Port
YesYes
Low Battery Indicator
YesYes
Tail Light
LEDLED
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
LEDLED
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹31,99,999₹40,94,162
Ex-Showroom Price
₹31,99,999₹36,97,472
RTO
₹0₹3,32,772
Insurance
₹0₹63,918
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹68,780₹87,999

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