Side-by-Side Comparison

BSA Gold Star vs Indian Chieftain

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Canada.

BSA

Key Specifications

BSA Gold StarSpecIndian Chieftain

C$21,000PriceC$36,999

348Engine (cc)1811

36Power (hp)101

40Torque (Nm)9999

25.0Mileage (km/l)18.0

160Weight (kg)373

12Fuel Tank (L)21

8.2Rating9.2

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Basic Information

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

Single-cylinder, four-strokeEngine TypeThunderstroke 111 V-Twin

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Multi-plate wetClutch TypeWet, Multi-Plate

ChainDrive Type—

BSABrandIndian Motorcycle

Gold StarModelChieftain

BSA Gold StarBike NameIndian Chieftain

1950-1963Model Year2025

Classic / VintageCategory/TypeBagger / Touring

United KingdomCountry of OriginUSA

IndiaAssembly LocationUSA

Solo saddleSeat Type—

Steel tubular frameFrame Type—

Rigid or swinging arm (model-dependent)Swingarm Type—

—Colors AvailableBlack Metallic, Sunset Red Metallic, Heavy Metal

Engine & Performance

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

348, 499, 500Displacement (cc)1811

36 bhp @ 6,500 rpmMaximum Power75.00

40 Nm @ 5,500 rpmMaximum Torque119 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm

1Number of Cylinders2

OHVValve ConfigurationOHV; Pushrod

2Valves Per Cylinder2

84 mmBore101 mm

90 mmStroke113 mm

84 x 90 mmBore x Stroke—

8.5:1Compression Ratio9.5:1

Air-cooledCooling SystemAir / Oil Cooled

CarburetorFuel Supply SystemClosed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore

MagnetoIgnition System—

VerticalEngine Layout—

Kick-startStarting SystemElectric

Fuel & Mileage

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

12 litersFuel Tank Capacity20.8 L

25Mileage City18

—Average Mileage18.0

Performance & Speed

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

160 km/hTop Speed—

Transmission & Drive

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

4Number of Gears6

—Primary DriveGear Drive Wet Clutch

—Final DriveBelt

Dimensions & Weight

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

2,010 mmOverall Length2506 mm

720 mmOverall Width1000 mm

1,340 mmWheelbase1668 mm

810 mmSeat Height650 mm

160 kgKerb Weight373 kg

—Overall Height1388 mm

—Ground Clearance130 mm

—Gross Weight628 kg

Brakes & Safety

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

DrumFront Brake TypeDual Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

DrumRear Brake TypeSingle Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

7 inFront Brake Size300 mm

7 inRear Brake Size300 mm

Dual Channel ABSABS TypeDual Channel ABS

—Anti-Theft SystemKeyless ignition, security system

Suspension & Handling

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

Telescopic forks (later models)Front Suspension TypeTelescopic Fork

Rigid frame or plunger suspensionRear Suspension TypeSingle Shock with Air Adjust

—Front Suspension Travel119 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel114 mm

Wheels & Tires

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

3.00 x 19 inFront Tyre Size130/60B19 61H

3.50 x 19 inRear Tyre Size180/60R16 80H

Tube-typeTyre Type—

36-spoke alloy rims (front 18 x 2.5”, rear 17 x 4.25”)Wheel TypeAlloy

—Tyre BrandMetzeler Cruisetec

Electrical & Battery

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

—USB ChargingYes

Lighting & Display

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

—Headlight TypeLED

—Tail Light TypeLED

—Turn Signal TypeLED

—Display Type7-inch Touchscreen (Ride Command)

—Speedometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

—Tachometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

Technology & Features

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

—NavigationStandard

Comfort & Ergonomics

BSA Gold StarAttributeIndian Chieftain

—Pillion SeatStandard

—Pillion FootrestStandard

BSA Gold Star vs Indian Chieftain: Which one should you buy in Canada?

The BSA Gold Star and Indian Chieftain are two popular motorcycles in Canada. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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