Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 vs. BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

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Overview - Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 vs BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

Technical Specifications Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 compared to BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore103.2 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke73 mm
TorqueTorque162 NmTorque116 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,200 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore54 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeDry
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,890 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel132 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel75 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

RakeRake29 degreeRake61.5 degree
TrailTrail131.5 mmTrail110.6 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter265 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height60 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,286 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth922 mmWidth880 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,626 mmWheelbase1,527 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height662 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)304 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.1 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2017

There's really no point in trying to figure out why the R nineT is so popular, the concept is obviously an excellent fit for today. The BMW R nineT Scrambler also works excellently, relying on the same "old" boxer engine with air cooling, which BMW has miraculously made Euro4-compatible without sacrificing performance or character. The chassis is softer, the wheelbase longer and the equipment more spartan - but under the alias Scrambler this is perfectly acceptable, after all the focus is on comfortable riding. The optional one-man saddle is a bit hard, but the R nineT Scrambler is by no means uncomfortable, and the riding position is particularly convincing. So if you can live with less equipment, steel instead of aluminium and simpler suspension elements, you can save a lot of money with the Scrambler - which you can then best invest in customising!

Boxer engine with character - vibrations, power and sound included. Nevertheless Euro4-compliant

comfortable chassis

pleasant seating position

powerful brakes

cool looks

much cheaper than the R nineT.

rather hard saddle

spartan dashboards, in the base without rev counter and gear indicator

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Chief Dark Horse vs BMW R nineT Scrambler

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