Indian Springfield vs Harley-davidson Electra Glide Classic
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Springfield vs Harley-davidson Electra Glide Classic. Indian Springfield: 78 hp @ 4,900 rpm (Thunder Stroke 111 engine) hp, 358 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited in some markets), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Harley-davidson Electra Glide Classic: 67 hp @ 5,020 rpm hp, 390 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Indian Springfield
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Classic
Horsepower (hp)
78 hp
67 hp
Torque (Nm)
139 Nm
128 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
358 kg
390 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
78 hp @ 4,900 rpm (Thunder Stroke 111 engine)
67 hp @ 5,020 rpm
Torque
139 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
128 Nm @ 3,250 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited in some markets)
175 km/h
Weight
358 kg (curb/wet weight)
390 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world estimate)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Indian Springfield
8.2/10
"A serious touring machine that rewards patient buyers who shop carefully."
Pros
+Thunder stroke torque is addictive
+Wind protection genuinely outstanding
+Excellent two-up comfort
Cons
−Heavy — parking demands respect
−Pre-2019 infotainment feels ancient
−Holds value, limits bargains
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Classic
7.8/10
"The gold standard used tourer if you budget honestly."
Pros
+Incredible long-distance touring comfort
+Massive used parts availability
+Reliable Twin Cam engine
Cons
−Heavy and unwieldy at low speeds
−Fuel economy genuinely poor
−Maintenance costs add up fast
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