Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which has more power?

Indian Chief produces 72 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: 2014+ Thunderstroke 111; modern variants vary); Honda Shadow Aero 750 produces 45 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated; Honda did not officially publish power figures for this model). Indian Chief wins by 27 hp.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which is faster?

Top speed: Indian Chief 185 km/h (note: estimated for 2014+ Thunderstroke 111 variant), Honda Shadow Aero 750 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world cruising comfort peaks around 130-140 km/h). Indian Chief is the faster of the two.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which is lighter?

Weight: Indian Chief 356 kg (wet/curb weight — 2014+ Indian Chief Classic), Honda Shadow Aero 750 228 kg (wet/curb weight).

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Indian Chief 6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average for 2014+ models, Honda Shadow Aero 750 4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Indian Chief 8.5/10 and Honda Shadow Aero 750 7.8/10. Indian Chief scores higher on the overall verdict. Indian Chief caveat: New riders or anyone short in stature. Honda Shadow Aero 750 caveat: You crave serious highway speed or power.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Indian Chief: 72 hp. Honda Shadow Aero 750: 45 hp.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Indian Chief: 356 kg, 72 hp. Honda Shadow Aero 750: 228 kg, 45 hp.

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Indian Chief vs Honda Shadow Aero 750. Indian Chief: 72 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: 2014+ Thunderstroke 111; modern variants vary) hp, 356 kg (wet/curb weight — 2014+ Indian Chief Classic) weight, top speed 185 km/h (note: estimated for 2014+ Thunderstroke 111 variant), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Shadow Aero 750: 45 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated; Honda did not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world cruising comfort peaks around 130-140 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.