Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which has more power?

Harley-davidson Freewheeler produces 90 hp @ 5,020 rpm; Indian Chieftain Dark Horse produces 78 hp @ 4,800 rpm (Thunder Stroke 116; note: Indian rates by torque — hp is estimated). Harley-davidson Freewheeler wins by 12 hp.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which is faster?

Top speed: Harley-davidson Freewheeler 175 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited and trike dynamics restrict top speed), Indian Chieftain Dark Horse 185 km/h (estimated). Indian Chieftain Dark Horse is the faster of the two.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which is lighter?

Weight: Harley-davidson Freewheeler 452 kg (curb weight), Indian Chieftain Dark Horse 390 kg (wet/curb weight).

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Harley-davidson Freewheeler 7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average, Indian Chieftain Dark Horse 6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average. Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Harley-davidson Freewheeler 7.5/10 and Indian Chieftain Dark Horse 8.5/10. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse scores higher on the overall verdict. Harley-davidson Freewheeler caveat: You still want genuine two-wheel riding dynamics. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse caveat: You ride twisties hard or hate weight.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Harley-davidson Freewheeler: 90 hp. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse: 78 hp.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Harley-davidson Freewheeler: 452 kg, 90 hp. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse: 390 kg, 78 hp.

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Freewheeler vs Indian Chieftain Dark Horse. Harley-davidson Freewheeler: 90 hp @ 5,020 rpm hp, 452 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited and trike dynamics restrict top speed), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Indian Chieftain Dark Horse: 78 hp @ 4,800 rpm (Thunder Stroke 116; note: Indian rates by torque — hp is estimated) hp, 390 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.