Indian Chieftain vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Chieftain vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Indian Chieftain: 78 hp @ 4,600 rpm (Thunder Stroke 111; note: Indian rates torque over peak hp) hp, 379 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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 Chieftain
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
78 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
139 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
379 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
78 hp @ 4,600 rpm (Thunder Stroke 111; note: Indian rates torque over peak hp)
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
139 Nm @ 2,900 rpm (Thunder Stroke 111)
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
379 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
No
Individual Reviews
Indian Chieftain
8.0/10
"A genuine Harley alternative that rewards buyers who do their homework."
Pros
+Thunderstroke engine genuinely reliable
+Fairing comfort class-leading
+Strong resale value holds
Cons
−Dealer network still patchy
−Heavy below 5mph maneuvering
−Early models had electrical issues
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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