Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021 vs. Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Overview - Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021 vs Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Technical Specifications Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021 compared to Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	103.2 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	113 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Torque	Torque	162 Nm	Torque	76 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,200 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	12.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	54 mm	Throttle Bore	44 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,890 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	132 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	75 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	29 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	131.5 mm	Trail	100 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,286 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Width	Width	915 mm	Width	810 mm
Height	Height	1,349 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,626 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	662 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	315 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	214 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

The "small" GSX-S950 is damn close to the GSX-S1000, which is why it seems as if the proud surcharge for the 1000 will have to be properly justified. However, anyone who wants it to be as sporty as on the GSX-S1000 will already fail due to the somewhat too soft, non-adjustable suspension. However, this more comfortable design of the 950 fits the character of the engine very well. With (only) 95 hp, the engine, which is identical to the GSX-S1000, is designed for torque from below and in the middle; there is little point in stubbornly wriggling out. So if you are looking for a comparatively comfortable naked bike that is suitable for A2 and that can hardly be distinguished visually from the top model, you can save a lot of money!

Engine with plenty of punch from below

good sound

stable brakes

comfortable seating position

Chassis too soft and not adjustable

cockpit not easy to read in sunlight