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Indian Sport Chief RT
Cruiser

Indian Sport Chief RT

The Indian Sport Chief RT is a cruiser, produces 91 bhp and weighs 320 kg.

91 bhp

Kracht

115 lb.ft

Koppel

320 kg

Gewicht

Beeldig

Lichaam

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๐Ÿ”ง Service Schedule & Parts

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Thunderstroke 116 (2025+)
Service item Every Typical cost Parts
๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ Engine oil + oil filter 8,000 km / 5,000 mi or 12 mo $100-160 ๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ Buy โ†’   โš™๏ธ Buy โ†’
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Air filter 16,000 km / 10,000 mi โ€” ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Buy โ†’
โšก Spark plugs 24,000 km / 15,000 mi โ€” โšก Buy โ†’
๐Ÿ›‘ Brake pads 15000-25000 km $90-160 ๐Ÿ›‘ Buy โ†’
๐Ÿ’ง Brake fluid 24,000 km / 15,000 mi or 2 yr โ€”
๐Ÿ›ž Tires 10000-15000 km $300-450 ๐Ÿ›ž Buy โ†’
๐Ÿ”ฉ Major service 16,000 km / 10,000 mi $500-800
๐Ÿ’ฐ Annual upkeep ~$500-900 ๐Ÿ”ฉ Reliability 8/10 Hydraulic lifters mean no valve adjustments; air-cooled and belt-drive, so no coolant or chain costs โ€” oil changes are the big-twin expense.

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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.

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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.

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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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Veel voorkomende problemen

๐Ÿ”ฅ 1 CRITICAL
โš ๏ธInfotainment system glitches and freezing MODERATE

Boot screen, touchscreen response, Bluetooth pairing function

Fix cost: $200-$600
โš ๏ธRear suspension link bearing wear MODERATE

Clunking over bumps, sloppy rear-end feel

Fix cost: $150-$400
๐Ÿ’กThrottle-by-wire hesitation and surging MINOR

Smooth low-speed roll-on, dealer ECU update history

Fix cost: $0-$200
๐Ÿ”ฅFuel pump failure on early models SERIOUS

Hard starts, stumbling at highway speed, recall status

Fix cost: $300-$700

โœ…Checklist vรณรณr aankoop

โ˜Pull full service and recall history
โ˜Test all infotainment and rider aids
โ˜Inspect suspension linkage for play
โ˜Cold-start throttle response test ride

Solid tourer, software and suspension need attention

Full Specifications

Engine Power 91 bhp
Torque 115 lb.ft
Weight 320 kg (706 lbs)
Type Cruiser
Fairing Full/Partial Fairing

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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.