Indian Sport Chief RT
The Indian Sport Chief RT is a cruiser, produces 91 bhp and weighs 320 kg.
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115 lb.ft
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320 kg
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๐ง Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate ยท we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
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| ๐ข๏ธ Engine oil + oil filter | 8,000 km / 5,000 mi or 12 mo | $100-160 | ๐ข๏ธ Buy โ โ๏ธ Buy โ |
| ๐ฌ๏ธ Air filter | 16,000 km / 10,000 mi | โ | ๐ฌ๏ธ Buy โ |
| โก Spark plugs | 24,000 km / 15,000 mi | โ | โก Buy โ |
| ๐ Brake pads | 15000-25000 km | $90-160 | ๐ Buy โ |
| ๐ง Brake fluid | 24,000 km / 15,000 mi or 2 yr | โ | |
| ๐ Tires | 10000-15000 km | $300-450 | ๐ Buy โ |
| ๐ฉ Major service | 16,000 km / 10,000 mi | $500-800 |
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Massive Torque Output
The 49ยฐ pushrod V-twin Thunderstroke 116 engine thumps out a colossal 115lb.ft of torque at a leisurely 3300rpm.
Rigid Saddlebags Included
New colour-coded rigid saddlebags add practicality with 37 litres of capacity and are lockable, making the bike suitable for weekend trips.
Comfortable Two-Up Seat
A new stepped twin saddle called the '2-Up High Bolster seat' is described as very comfortable, with a generously proportioned back stop for the rider.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Indian Sport Chief RT โ owned, ridden, recommended.
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๐ฅ 1 CRITICALBoot screen, touchscreen response, Bluetooth pairing function
Clunking over bumps, sloppy rear-end feel
Smooth low-speed roll-on, dealer ECU update history
Hard starts, stumbling at highway speed, recall status
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Solid tourer, software and suspension need attention
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Indian Sport Chief RT? +
Infotainment system glitches and freezing: Boot screen, touchscreen response, Bluetooth pairing function (moderate) | Rear suspension link bearing wear: Clunking over bumps, sloppy rear-end feel (moderate) | Throttle-by-wire hesitation and surging: Smooth low-speed roll-on, dealer ECU update history (minor)
What is the horsepower of the Indian Sport Chief RT? +
The Indian Sport Chief RT produces 91 bhp, with 115 lb.ft of torque.
Is the Indian Sport Chief RT good for beginners? +
Yes โ the Indian Sport Chief RT is a reasonable choice for new riders (91 hp is manageable), weighing 320 kg.
Is the Indian Sport Chief RT reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Indian Sport Chief RT, notably: Fuel pump failure on early models (Hard starts, stumbling at highway speed, recall status). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Indian Sport Chief RT good for daily use? +
Suited for daily cruiser use.
What is the seat height of the Indian Sport Chief RT? +
The Indian Sport Chief RT has a seat height of 695mm (27.4 in) โ accessible to shorter riders (under 170 cm / 5'7" should manage flat-foot or near-flat-foot).
What gear should I buy for a Indian Sport Chief RT? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Indian Sport Chief RT, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads โ see motoryk.com/bikes/indian/sport-chief-rt/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
