Indian Sport Chief 2023 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

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Technical Specifications Indian Sport Chief 2023 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Indian Sport Chief 2023
KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore103.2 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power88 HPEngine power121 HP
TorqueTorque162 NmTorque99 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,200 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,890 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel100 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake28 degreeRake65.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modesAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,640 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height686 mmSeat Height834 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)302 kgDry Weight (with ABS)166 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.1 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
RangeRange279 kmRange295 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions129 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions111 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.74 l/100km

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

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Sport Chief vs KTM 890 Duke R

Price Indian Sport Chief

Model year
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Price KTM 890 Duke R

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1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH