Harley-davidson Tri Glide Ultra vs Indian Roadmaster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Harley-davidson Tri Glide Ultra
Indian Roadmaster
Horsepower (hp)
93 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
161 Nm
166 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
177 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
591 kg
430 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
93 hp @ 5,020 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 114, net rating — best estimate)
78 hp @ 4,500 rpm (Thunder Stroke 116, note: Indian rates this engine primarily by torque; hp figure is an estimate)
Torque
161 Nm @ 3,250 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 114)
166 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
177 km/h (approx., note: electronically limited and varies by configuration)
185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited, real-world touring use typically well below this)
Weight
591 kg (wet/curb weight — 2023 model)
430 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
6.5–7.5 L/100km (approximately 13–15 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Tri Glide Ultra
7.5/10
"The ultimate touring trike if you budget for inevitable electrical sorting."
Pros
+Unmatched long-distance touring comfort
+Massive practical luggage capacity
+Milwaukee-Eight torque is addictive
Cons
−Electrical gremlins are common
−Reverse motor fails frequently
−Fuel economy genuinely disappoints
Indian Roadmaster
8.5/10
"The best used touring value if you buy with eyes open."
Pros
+Thunderstroke torque genuinely impressive
+Heated seats and grips standard
+Excellent long-haul wind protection
Cons
−Fork seals on early models
−Chrome rusts faster than expected
−Heavy at low-speed maneuvers