Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which has more power?

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse produces 108 hp @ 5,000 rpm (Thunder Stroke 116 engine, 2020+; earlier 111 engine rated ~83 hp); Indian Roadmaster Elite produces 78 hp @ 5,200 rpm. Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse wins by 30 hp.

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which is faster?

Top speed: Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse Approximately 185 km/h (estimated; Indian does not publish official top speed), Indian Roadmaster Elite ~185 km/h (estimated, governed/limited in practice).

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which is lighter?

Weight: Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse 430 kg (curb/wet weight), Indian Roadmaster Elite 430 kg (curb weight).

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse Approximately 6.5–7.5 L/100km (13–15 km/L typical real-world average), Indian Roadmaster Elite Approximately 6.5–7.5 L/100km (real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse 8.2/10 and Indian Roadmaster Elite 8.5/10. Indian Roadmaster Elite scores higher on the overall verdict. Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse caveat: New riders or those near no Indian dealers. Indian Roadmaster Elite caveat: You lack a nearby Indian dealer for support.

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse 108 hp, Indian Roadmaster Elite 78 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse: 430 kg, 108 hp. Indian Roadmaster Elite: 430 kg, 78 hp.

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse vs Indian Roadmaster Elite. Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse: 108 hp @ 5,000 rpm (Thunder Stroke 116 engine, 2020+; earlier 111 engine rated ~83 hp) hp, 430 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed Approximately 185 km/h (estimated; Indian does not publish official top speed), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Indian Roadmaster Elite: 78 hp @ 5,200 rpm hp, 430 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed ~185 km/h (estimated, governed/limited in practice), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.