Indian Sport Chief 2023 vs. BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 2022

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Overview - Indian Sport Chief 2023 vs BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 2022

Technical Specifications Indian Sport Chief 2023 compared to BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Sport Chief 2023
BMW K 1600 B 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore103.2 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power88 HPEngine power160.5 HP
TorqueTorque162 NmTorque180 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,200 rpmRpm at Torque5,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,890 ccmDisplacement1,649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionDuolever
TravelTravel130 mmTravel115 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel100 mmTravel125 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake28 degreeRake62.2 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail106.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modesAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,301 mmLength2,470 mm
WidthWidth842 mmWidth1,000 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,640 mmWheelbase1,618 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height686 mmSeat Height750 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)311 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)344 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.1 lFuel Tank Capacity26.5 l
RangeRange279 kmRange449 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions129 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions137 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.9 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Keyless System, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, Case system, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen electronically adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

A bike that combines sport and cruising - that is the goal of Indian Motorcycles. The test shows that the new Sport Chief is surprisingly sporty to ride, because the suspension and brake components can score points on the country road. The engine with its three riding modes is also convincing and inspires with great responsiveness and a powerful torque wave. This makes the new Sport Chief a cool all-rounder for all cruiser fans with sporty ambitions.

powerful V2

clean response

great sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

modern equipment

cool look

long start-up time of the display

heat development at the exhaust despite heat protection plate

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 2022

The BMW 6-cylinder glides over the road in 2022 with a lot of elegance and a lot of equipment. This time, the new headlight technology was outstanding. The engine tuning and the new ESA chassis are also well done this time. Surprisingly, the wind protection is not perfect and perfectionists will miss an adaptive cruise control. The sovereign 6-cylinder is in the form of its life in the current model year. One enjoys the engine in every situation. The K 1600 B looks much more relaxed than the K 1600 GT, but it is agile enough to be a lot of fun on intensive tours. It loses only a little of its agility and lean angle freedom due to its coolness and remains a practical motorbike.

Great combination of casual seating position and dynamic handling

Smooth engine

Great engine response

Motorcycle accessible and easy to use overall despite imposing appearance

Outstanding headlight technology

Great display - always easy to read

Comprehensive integration of mobile phone into vehicle

Full map navigation via BMW Connected App

Good balance between stability and handling

Neutral ride

Good brakes and stable ride

Good handling

Good handling.

Connection from mobile phone to vehicle works well in most cases - but when things go wrong it gets annoying

buttons and switches in the cockpit are not backlit

no adaptive cruise control - which you would expect from a touring motorbike in this league

mobile phone compartment snagged from time to time during the test - be careful when stuffing in mobile phones that are too large.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Sport Chief vs BMW K 1600 B

Price Indian Sport Chief

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Price BMW K 1600 B

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