Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020 vs. BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

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Technical Specifications Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020 compared to BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020
BMW R 1250 RT 2022
Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020
Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020
BMW R 1250 RT 2022
BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke76 mm
TorqueTorque151 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,811 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel119 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel94 mmTravel136 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail133 mmTrail116 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,583 mmLength2,222 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,701 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height660 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20.8 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Chief Dark Horse vs BMW R 1250 RT

Price Indian Chief Dark Horse

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Price BMW R 1250 RT

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