Indian Chief Classic vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Chief Classic vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Indian Chief Classic: 73 hp @ 5,600 rpm hp, 367 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Indian Chief Classic
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
139 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
367 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
73 hp @ 5,600 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
139 Nm @ 2,900 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
367 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.7 L/100km (approx. 14.9 km/L)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Indian Chief Classic
8.2/10
"Arguably the best American cruiser you can buy used today."
Pros
+Thunderstroke engine pulls magnificently
+Build quality embarrasses comparable Harleys
+Stunning retro styling holds value
Cons
−Heavy for urban riding
−Early electrical gremlins common
−Stock tires genuinely terrible
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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