Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 vs. BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW K 1600 B 2022

Overview - Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 vs BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW K 1600 B 2022

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Technical Specifications Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021 compared to BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW K 1600 B 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

BMW K 1600 B 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	103.2 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	113 mm	Stroke	67.5 mm
Torque	Torque	162 Nm	Torque	180 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,200 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	12.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,890 ccm	Displacement	1,649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Duolever
Travel	Travel	132 mm	Travel	115 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	75 mm	Travel	125 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	29 degree	Rake	62.2 degree
Trail	Trail	131.5 mm	Trail	106.4 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,286 mm	Length	2,470 mm
Width	Width	922 mm	Width	1,000 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,626 mm	Wheelbase	1,618 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	662 mm	Seat Height	750 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	304 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	344 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	26.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW K 1600 B 2022

The BMW 6-cylinder glides over the road in 2022 with a lot of elegance and a lot of equipment. This time, the new headlight technology was outstanding. The engine tuning and the new ESA chassis are also well done this time. Surprisingly, the wind protection is not perfect and perfectionists will miss an adaptive cruise control. The sovereign 6-cylinder is in the form of its life in the current model year. One enjoys the engine in every situation. The K 1600 B looks much more relaxed than the K 1600 GT, but it is agile enough to be a lot of fun on intensive tours. It loses only a little of its agility and lean angle freedom due to its coolness and remains a practical motorbike.

Great combination of casual seating position and dynamic handling

Smooth engine

Great engine response

Motorcycle accessible and easy to use overall despite imposing appearance

Outstanding headlight technology

Great display - always easy to read

Comprehensive integration of mobile phone into vehicle

Full map navigation via BMW Connected App

Good balance between stability and handling

Neutral ride

Good brakes and stable ride

Good handling