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Indian Vintage Sturgis SD Edition

Make Model	Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition
Year	2026
Production	125 Units
Engine	Thunder Stroke 116, 49˚ V-Twin
Capacity	1890 cc / 116 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	103.2 x 113 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Cooling System	Air / Oil cooled
Exhaust	Split dual exhaust with collector at catalyst
Induction	Electronic fuel injection, closed loop, 54 mm bore
Starting	Electric
Max Toque	171 Nm / 126.1 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, assist
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Belt, 152 tooth
Gear Ratio	1st 9.403 : 1 2nd 6.411 : 1 3rd 4.763 : 1 4th 3.796 : 1 5th 3.243 : 1 6th 2.789 : 1
Final Drive Ratio	2.2:1
Frame	Cast aluminum frame with integrated air-box
Front Suspension	46mm Telescopic forks
Front Wheel Travel	132 mm / 5.27 in
Rear Suspension	Dual shocks
Rear Wheel Travel	75 mm / 3.0 in
Front Brakes	Single 298 mm Floating rotor 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 298 mm Floating rotor 2 piston calipers
Wheels	Wire spoked
Front Wheel	16 x 3.0 in
Rear Wheel	16 x 3.5 in
Front Tyre	130/90B16 73H, Metzeler Cruisetec®
Rear Tyre	150/80B16, Metzeler Cruisetec®
Rake	29°
Trail	131.5 mm / 5.2 in
Lean Angle	28.5°
Dimensions	Length 2441 mm / 96.1 in Width 887 mm / 34.9 in Height 1175 mm / 46.3 in
Wheelbase	1626 mm / 64 in
Seat Height	686 mm / 27.0 in
Ground Clearance	125 mm / 4.9 in
Dry Weight	317 kg / 698 lbs
Wet Weight	327 kg / 721 lbs
GVWR	1160 kg / 526 lbs
Fuel Capacity	15.1 Litres / 4.0 US gal
Standard Equipment	ABS, Ride Modes, Keyless Ignition, USB Charge Port, 12V Charge Port, Rear Cylinder Deactivation

From a press release issued by Indian Motorcycles:

Debuting at the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Indian Motorcycle today unveiled a tribute to the riders that started it all and the bikes they rode in Sturgis, South Dakota, back in 1938. The new Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition is an exclusive, commemorative piece honouring the origins of America’s most legendary motorcycle rally.

It was an Indian Motorcycle dealer and a band of Indian Motorcycle riding brothers that first gathered in Sturgis, South Dakota, in 1938 out of a simple desire to go racing. The new Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition draws inspiration from these legendary riders whose passion for the brand sparked what would become the world’s most iconic motorcycle rally. The limited-edition model features a classic two-tone Indian Motorcycle Red and Cream paint scheme and a multicoloured Indian Motorcycle headdress logo reminiscent of the prominent aesthetic of Indian Motorcycles from the 1930s. Serialised badging up to 125 commemorates the brand’s 125th anniversary, while a painted number 56 on the side plate pays tribute to the hand-painted numbers that original racers ran on their bikes in Sturgis, South Dakota, during the rally’s earliest beginnings.

“When you look at how far it’s come and how much it’s grown over almost 90 years, it’s amazing to think that it was an Indian Motorcycle dealer and a group of Indian Motorcycle riders that literally started it all,” said Mike Kennedy, CEO of Indian Motorcycle. “What’s even cooler is the fact that back then, it was all based on a simple desire to come together in celebration of a lifestyle and a spirit of freedom that can only be found through motorcycle riding, and it remains the same to this day. This bike is special in that it pays homage to those origins and to that spirit that all riders share.”

Organised by a local Indian Motorcycle dealer and a legendary motorcycle club, the inaugural gathering in the Black Hills was built around nine riders and attracted approximately 200 spectators. The event combined scenic riding, racing and camaraderie and laid the foundation for what would become the world’s largest motorcycle rally. The Indian Motorcycles at the first event cemented the brand as a key pillar in the history and origins of America’s most legendary motorcycle rally.

The new Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition combines iconic American styling with modern performance and premium craftsmanship. Key features include the following:
- Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 V-Twin engine producing 156 Nm of torque
- Exclusive, heritage-inspired paint and graphics that honour the 1930s Indian Motorcycles that were prominent in that era and core to the foundations of what would become America’s most legendary motorcycle rally
- Classic Indian Chief styling with valanced fenders, illuminated warbonnet, wire-spoke wheels, Vintage Espresso Solo Seat and Vintage Handlebars
- Heritage-inspired engine finishes with painted cylinder heads, pushrod tubes and black cylinders reminiscent of 1940s Indian Motorcycle models
- Three selectable ride modes, including Tour, Standard and Sport.