2020 Indian Challenger Dark Horse Specs And Photos
The 2020 Indian Challenger Dark Horse has a starting MSRP of $27,499.
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Indian Motorcycle changed the American touring motorcycle game when it released the Challenger for 2020. The new bagger feels lighter and faster than just about any other American tourer we have tested. The liquid-cooled PowerPlus engine boasts similar big torque numbers to the best American cruisers, but significantly more horsepower. A Fox-manufactured rear monoshock, beefy inverted forks, and Brembo brakes with radially mounted calipers pair with the Challenger’s geometry to make the bike feel nimble and lighter than it is, as well as surprisingly comfortable on long rides. In short, we’re seriously digging this bike.
Indian Challenger Dark Horse in Sandstone Smoke.
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The Dark Horse line takes this new model and adds a dark, sinister vibe to it with blacked-out engine finishes and a matte paint job. Dark Horse is a theme that stretches across several Indian models, and always has a great way of making the bike look understated and tough. Starting at $27,499, the 2020 Challenger Dark Horse models are in showrooms and available for test rides or purchase now!
The backside of the Challenger fairing houses gauges, pockets, big speakers, and the same large navigation screen as we see on the Chieftain, as well as the same electronically adjustable windshield.
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2020 Indian Challenger Price And Specifications
| MSRP | $21,999–$28,749 |
| Engine | 1,768cc, liquid-cooled, 60-degree V-twin; 4 valves/cyl. |
| Bore x stroke | 108.0 x 96.5mm |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission/final drive | 6-speed w/ true overdrive; constant mesh/belt |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection w/ 52mm dual-bore throttle bodies |
| Claimed horsepower | 103 hp @ 5,560 rpm |
| Claimed torque | 113 lb.-ft. @ 3,330 rpm |
| Frame | Cast aluminum |
| Front suspension | 43mm telescopic fork; 5.1-in. travel |
| Rear suspension | Fox monoshock, hydraulically adjustable; 4.5-in. travel |
| Front brake | 4-piston calipers, 320mm dual floating rotors w/ ABS |
| Rear brake | 2-piston caliper, 298mm floating rotor w/ ABS |
| Front tire | 130/60B-19 |
| Rear tire | 180/60R-16 |
| Rake/trail | 25.0°/5.9 in. |
| Wheelbase | 65.7 in. |
| Seat height | 26.5 in. (laden) |
| Fuel capacity | 6.0 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight | 805 lb. |
| Available | Now |
| Contact | indianmotorcycles.com |
At 6 feet, 4 inches tall, Editor Morgan Gales fits well on the Chieftain Dark Horse.
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Front view of the Indian Challenger’s bold new fairing.
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The iconic Indian headdress on the front fender is smaller on the Challenger than it has been on the Chieftain models.
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The 320mm disc brakes with radially mounted Brembo calipers stop the Challenger with ease.
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Indian’s new liquid-cooled PowerPlus engine debuted in the Challenger model.
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The iconic headdress logo can be found in several places on the new Challenger.
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Suspension on the Challenger is supple and comfortable on the highway, but stays firm and predictable through fast turns.
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The shape of the Challenger’s gas tank is closer to that of the Scout than the Chieftain, using bold, hard lines at the edges.
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The gas cap on the Challenger is opened with an electronic button on the fairing and a latch on the cap.
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